GConn
Squid hater
When stopped in traffic I always put the right leg down and continuously watch my mirrors. That way I feel more safe and prepared to get in gear and move if someone was to hit my bike from behind.
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Which foot do you put down when stopped?
- Thread starter Nelly
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Normally left foot down and right on the break, In first gear as I change down before I stop and leave it in first holding the clutch ready to go. If I know the lights are going to be a while a few cars have stopped behind me I put it in neutral but still keep the rear break covered.
I stand on the seat like I'm riding a surfboard!
Roadstergal
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Why use two legs when you only need one? Keeping the right foot on the brake holds the bike nicely on a hill, and that's one foot that's already up when it's time to go.
steveindenmark
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I always cover the back brake when I come to a complete stop.
Force of habit more than anything else.
Steve
Force of habit more than anything else.
Steve
magnum
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I have taken the beginner and advanced MSF courses. I was in Alaska at the time. we were told that when we come to a stop, left foot down, right foot covering brake, keep it in first, and pay attention to behind you. this is what I do almost all of the time. there have been exceptions. they made sure to tell us not to take it out of gear for fear you might need to make a quick getaway. I'm right handed, but for some reason it feels more natural for me to put my left foot down.
Is the MSF taught exactly the same in all states?
A few guys have gone through the MSF but the whole issue of foot up/down and covering the brake is so variable.
Nelly
Very well put my friend.Why use two legs when you only need one? Keeping the right foot on the brake holds the bike nicely on a hill, and that's one foot that's already up when it's time to go.
Nelly
