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Picking
up a Fallen Motorcycle
Courtesy
of Ontario Road Riders Association
http://www.orra.on.ca/
Picking
up your motorcycle after it has fallen is not as difficult as it looks.
This
technique is dealt with in several stages of thought and body action.
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Stop the
engine -
Turn
the motorcycle off - find
the keys if they’re not in the ignition - hit the kill switch, and turn
off the gas, if necessary by reaching to the fuel supply valve.
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Place the motorcycle in
gear -
If you have fallen in gear no need to change it.
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Use your
butt and knees - Assuming the motorcycle has fallen to the right
side - this
is the beginning of the technique and the use of your butt and knees -
don't also be afraid to call and ask for assistance!
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Assuming your bike has fallen to the 'left side' - Stop the engine by using the engine cut-off switch - located on the right hand grip.
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Turn
off the gas, as you may have a fuel leak, by turning off the fuel supply
valve.
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While
it is down, try to see if you can get the motorcycle into gear.
Note - if you were in full motion and you went down, then you don't
have to worry about getting the bike into gear.
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Ensure
the area where you will pick up the motorcycle is clear of debris, stones, gravel and oil - sweep it away with your
boots until you get 'dirt'.
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While wearing your gloves, and using boots for
best traction and protection of your feet and
legs, place your butt in the middle
of the seat.
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Stoop
down and take the left hand grip in your right hand.
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Pull
the grip until it is as close as possible to the tank.
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With
your left hand, find something sturdy to hold onto, such as under the seat. Note: - the closer your left hand to
your body the better it is. Try not to
use a plastic part of the motorcycle or anything that will easily break or
bend.
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Very
important part of the series here now - place your butt 'mid,-way' on the
'edge of the seat'. If it is too high or low you will not be able to obtain
an appropriate leverage angle.
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Place
your feet together.
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Now
here you go - you will be pushing the motorcycle with your butt and upper
legs along with that you will pull up with your arms a little bit at a time.
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As
you do this, you will take small tiny steps backward until it is almost
upright. If you have help have them help you hold it as you take out the
side stand with the heel of your boot carefully.
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If you do not have help, take extra caution not to tip the
motorcycle to the other side. Get the side stand down and then turn carefully and grab
both grips and then put your motorcycle on the side or centre stand.
Note: If
you still find that there is still no way that the motorcycle is moving backward
or up, then try moving the position of your butt. If that does not work, try the
position of the flex of your knees.
It is important to note that
you need not to flex your knees too much to begin with.
If the motorcycle has fallen
to the right side, then reverse the position of your hands and begin the
sequence above. Remember - always ask for help.
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