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Safety Tip Articles: 067 thru 099

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No.Tip NameTeaser
067Delta-VAffects all motorcycles, not just 'crotch rockets'
068Doggone ItHow to handle charging animals
069Target FixationRather than let it lead you into trouble, use it
070ElbowsYour biological shock absorbers
071Lower BackA couple of ways to protect it
072Joining A GroupNever while it is moving
073BatteriesMore than you ever wanted to know
074Weight TransferWhat it is, why does it happen, and why should you care?
075Picking Up A Big BikeBy yourself
076Slip AngleBeyond Counter-steering
077128 Ways To Dump Your BikeConfessions from those who have done it
078The Prime DirectiveNever hit the bike in front of you
079Key RingsKeep them short!
080Swing ArmsYour anti-squat linkage
081Brake LeverCheck it before you need it
082Integrated Braking SystemsA marginal benefit that can save your life
083Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)Are NOT designed to help you stop faster!
084There Is More To Traction Than FrictionStick and Grip
08560,000 Mile Motorcycle TiresWould you buy them?
086First Aid KitsDoes yours need a check-up?
087Dry RotHow to avoid it
088'2-Second Rule'Determined by road conditions
089Hydroplaning AvoidanceTire air pressure
090Attention LimitsYour radio may be one distration too many
091Locked BrakesSometimes (rarely) this is the fastest way to stop
092The Greatest Oxymoron Of All"I laid it down to avoid a crash"
093In Case It Isn't ObviousDumping a bike to 'avoid an accident' MAXIMIZES PAIN
094Reading Gear RatiosDetermining speed potential
095All Roads Are Not AlikeTourers take note
096WindscreensBigger may not be better at all
097After The AccidentJust because they're standing doesn't mean they aren't hurt
098Electrical StormsRiding out from under them could be a big mistake
099Group Riding - Still YOUR RideIt is not playing 'follow the leader'
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