Instructor and host Derick van Rensburg
Thirteen eager motorcyclists gathered at the farm Wynberg last Saturday for a most enjoyable course on off-road riding. Some of the riders came from as far afield as Middelburg, although most were from Aberdeen or Graaff-Reinet. All the riders were competent on tar but came to the course with differing levels of skill at off-road riding.
Morné van Jaarsveld practising an emergency stop
Some of the topics covered included emergency braking – which created a lot of dust! - how to turn in tight corners, and various aspects of balance, both for the machine and rider.
Koos Lategan of Aberdeen practising stand and ride
Mark Hunter, one of the riders from Aberdeen, was very enthusiastic about the course. Hunter has been riding for about 25 years, but appreciated the “back to basics” aspect of the training. “After riding for so many years the bad habits get ingrained, and it was very useful to go back to the beginning and learn the correct way to do things.”
Mark van Rensburg and Morné Fitzhenry going through their routines
The participants all agreed that the course was very well presented, with the instructors setting just the right tone of being relaxed, but taking the lessons seriously.
Article By: Sue Shaw