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Yamaha MT-07 on a wet wash bay floor showing how slippery surfaces can reduce traction

How to Handle Gravel, Sand & Slippery Roads on a Motorcycle

Gravel, sand, and slippery roads can surprise any rider. Here’s how to stay calm, smooth, upright, and in control.
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Motorcycle rider view of a beginner cone slalom drill for balance control

Motorcycle Balance Exercises for Beginners: Simple Drills to Build Control

Simple motorcycle balance exercises for beginners to build confidence, improve slow-speed control, practice U-turns, and feel calmer on the bike.
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Yamaha MT-07 in an empty parking lot for low-speed control practice

20 Motorcycle Low-Speed Control Tips: Balance, U-Turns & Slow Riding

Learn practical low-speed motorcycle control tips for better balance, smoother U-turns, clutch control, rear brake use, and slow riding confidence.
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Learner motorcyclists lined up while an instructor sets out traffic cones

Motorcycle Safety Courses: Are They Worth It?

Learn whether motorcycle safety courses are worth it, what they teach, who should take one, and how rider training can improve confidence and safety.
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POV rider wearing motorcycle gear with CE ratings

CE Ratings Explained: Helmets, Jackets, Gloves & Armor

Learn what CE ratings, ECE 22.06, EN 17092, Level 1, Level 2, AAA, AA, A, and KP actually mean when buying motorcycle gear.
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MT modular helmet resting on a Yamaha MT-07 motorcycle

How to Choose the Right Motorcycle Helmet Size: Beginner Fit Guide

Learn how to choose the right motorcycle helmet size with simple tips for measuring your head, checking fit, avoiding pressure points, and choosing safer gear.
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Black Yamaha MT-07 parked at a Shell fuel station during a ride

Common Beginner Motorcycle Mistakes: What New Riders Should Avoid Early

New to riding? Learn the most common beginner motorcycle mistakes to avoid, including poor braking, target fixation, overconfidence, unsafe gear habits and riding beyond your limits.
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Rider wearing full motorcycle safety gear while seated on a Yamaha MT-07

Top 10 Motorcycle Safety Tips Every Rider Should Know

Simple motorcycle safety tips every rider should know — from proper gear and visibility to braking, cornering, traffic awareness and pre-ride checks.
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Rider standing beside a black Yamaha MT-07 while wearing protective motorcycle gear

Motorcycle Safety for Beginners: The Complete Guide to Riding Smart and Staying Alive

Essential motorcycle safety habits for beginner riders — gear, braking, cornering, traffic awareness and pre-ride checks to help you ride smarter and come home safely.
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Yamaha Mt-07 with a rear-seat saddle bag at a scenic windmill country road

How to Stay Focused on Long Motorcycle Rides

Practical ways to protect your concentration during long motorcycle rides, including break planning, hydration, active observation and fatigue warning signs.
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Motorcyclist riding on an exposed road in strong wind

How to Ride a Motorcycle Safely in Strong Wind

Practical tips for staying in control during strong crosswinds, sudden gusts, exposed roads and turbulence from trucks and buses.
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Yamaha mt-07 parked on a wet road on a rainy ride day

Wet Weather Motorcycle Riding Tips: How to Ride Safely in the Rain

Practical tips for riding a motorcycle safely in rain, including braking, cornering, visibility, wet-weather gear and common slippery road hazards.
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Yamaha MT-07 on a wet wash bay floor showing how slippery surfaces can reduce traction

How to Handle Gravel, Sand & Slippery Roads on a Motorcycle

Gravel, sand, and slippery roads can surprise any rider. Here’s how to stay calm, smooth, upright, and in control.
Read More>>
Motorcycle rider view of a beginner cone slalom drill for balance control

Motorcycle Balance Exercises for Beginners: Simple Drills to Build Control

Simple motorcycle balance exercises for beginners to build confidence, improve slow-speed control, practice U-turns, and feel calmer on the bike.
Read More>>
Yamaha MT-07 in an empty parking lot for low-speed control practice

20 Motorcycle Low-Speed Control Tips: Balance, U-Turns & Slow Riding

Learn practical low-speed motorcycle control tips for better balance, smoother U-turns, clutch control, rear brake use, and slow riding confidence.
Read More>>
MT modular helmet resting on a Yamaha MT-07 motorcycle

How to Choose the Right Motorcycle Helmet Size: Beginner Fit Guide

Learn how to choose the right motorcycle helmet size with simple tips for measuring your head, checking fit, avoiding pressure points, and choosing safer gear.
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Rider sitting on a Yamaha MT-07 on a city sidewalk for bymrjohnson about page

Motorcycle Safety Gear Explained: What Each Piece Actually Does

Learn what each piece of motorcycle safety gear actually does, from helmets and jackets to gloves, pants, boots, armor, and ear protection.
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