How to prepare for a motorcycle class

Always a Student and sometimes an instructor. Attitude often equals altitude.

Even as an expert, I want to review the fundamentals and fill in any gaps. Practicing fundamentals makes us better riders. With the right attitude, I believe I can learn from anyone.

REQUIRED GEAR:

• Hydration Pack, the number one easily prevented injury is heat related or dehydration (I have extras to lend out if needed – please arrange to borrow)
  • I suggest this one: Source Tactical WXP Storm Valve Black Hydration Reservoir System
• Legit MX boots, if you are on a budget, look for used on ksl classifieds(or craigslist/FB market place). Especially with big heavy dual sport bikes, you NEED to protect your feet/lower legs! STREET RIDERS: You NEED motocross boots, unless you want sticks in between your toes and/or your foot being sucked under the footpeg and broken by a rock/bolder/root, or your ankle twisted off as you pass into a rut. Or your 600 lbs bike crushing your foot/ankle/leg. Hiking boots will have the soles ripped off. Street boots will “likely” result in broken legs if you have a come off the bike event (I’ve seen it first hand).
  • I suggest tech7 boots!
    • I have a winter set that is water proof and a summer set that breaths better.
• General PPE (personal protective equipment)
  • Helmet that covers your chin and eye protection (goggles or sunglasses)
  • chest/back protector –
    • I suggest the moose racing mesh shirt https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/riding-gear/moose-racing-xc1-body-armor-p (if you get on the road, you can add a skid protection jacket, but while you are working hard off road, you want a very breathable mesh shirt IMO. Thomas has xl to rent out if desired.
    • elbow/shoulder protector
  • gloves
  • knee guards
  • hip and tailbone protection – for this, I recommend the klim tactical pants/shorts

HIGHLY recommended Gear

• Moto Communication: In a learning environment, real-time comms means you learn 10x more. While I’m demonstrating I can talk through stuff and point out things. While students are doing drills, I can encourage them, instantly tell them what they are doing right and what they can do to improve.
  • If you have a limited budget, buy the speaker/mic helmet insert for $65-70 and borrow the “computer part from Thomas. If you know you are going to want to use it for music, gps alerts, phone calls etc, consider buying a packtalk.