So I haven't been posting on here for a while but I have been busy as hell.
Thought I would talk about my daily commutes, I've been commuting for almost three months and I have had a ball knowing that everyday I get to wake up and ride every morning. I love the feeling, though in my rather short time riding in traffic, I have had enough moments to last me a lifetime.
Yesterday I was riding in my left lane, with a car about 3 meters in front of me in the right lane and one about 30 meters in front of me in my lane. The white lancer in my right lane suddenly without intent moves into my lane, no biggie I had enough space, but before I could back off he slammed on the brakes and I ended up on my front wheel trying to stop without hitting him. I did so and managed to make it back down safely, I pulled off into a side street and collected myself.
Admittedly I was scared of it happening again when I was heading off as I still had 15Km to work. But I got back on the bike.
In other words when commuting you have to assume that no one can see you and that you are invisible, Riding a motorbike is dangerous, but getting on it every time you have to have your head on straight.
Personally I have a routine every morning, Jacket on, Helmet on, Start bike, Zip jacket, Helmet done up, Sunglasses on, gloves on, stand up, first gear, ride off.
I love riding and plan to ride till my body gives up. But it is dangerous and you need to have your head on straight and concentrate.
Till next time.
-James
