locking it up at 70mph - Page 2 - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

**ry_1104** · 07-22-2008, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by fz6nick

When you lock up both your tires, keep the back one locked, and release the front and apply again, you dont want to keep the front locked. Thats what they tought us at the saftey course i took.

yeah i know they taught me that too, but when i was actually in the situation i tried twice to let up on the front brake and it just felt like the bike wasnt slowing fast enough. It was kind of wierd, everything happended in slow motion to me. But hey everything worked out and im good so its cool.

Also just remember what they teach you in class isnt always the same as what happens in a real life situation. They can only teach to be ready for so many things, but when the time comes you have got to be the one to keep your head right and execute what needs to be done

**ry_1104** · 07-22-2008, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Avalon786

No, not god, just yourself and your reflexs saved your skin

LOL well thats your opinion. Yes it was part due to my skill which i practice everyday because I never know when I'll need it. BUT, i also believe in GOD and that he helped me.

CrioGeniC · 07-22-2008, 12:15 PM

I am just guessing that you were going from 64 to 264 to the Beach. That fly over is terrible, and yeah you are right, VA drivers suck.

**Hellgate** · 07-22-2008, 12:50 PM

Marine I am so glad you didn't go down! A lock front wheel is a scary thing to have.

Maybe some day we will get more ABS bike in the US.

**JohnP** · 07-22-2008, 01:30 PM

This is why I will always buy ABS if available. I practice my emergency stops often, but when the Sh*t hits the fan; there is no time to think. Muscle memory has to overcome the fact that every fiber in your body is forcing you to squeeze the brakes as hard as possible. So far, my muscle memory has lost. ABS definitely puts you on the winning side of this battle.

-John

oscarg85 · 07-22-2008, 01:55 PM

you are not the only one bro! Ok so going down topanga canyon on sunday i was goinmg behind a three car line all of them were going slow, and u know how we hate slow drivers, u just dont know what are they gonna do, i was with my girlfriend in tha bike and suddently this b...H! deside to turn left with out warning making the car in front of me just brake hard so i do the same and try to get gear down, the bike is heavier because there is 2 of us, brake lock rear wheel goes from side to side and finally come to a complete stop only by an inch from the cars rear bumper!! idiots, i passed them, looked at them and then shoke my head. be carefull out there brothass!!!!

**FZ6inNH** · 07-22-2008, 02:01 PM

What Vegasrider said... could not have said it any better. Be HAPPY you have the skills!!

Mart Man FZ6 · 07-22-2008, 04:19 PM

My wife was sent to the Virginia Beach Carmax on temp assignment back in October of last year for 4 months. She said it was a really nice place, but that the drivers their sucked. Apparently she was correct.

poorwboy · 07-22-2008, 05:13 PM

[quote=jsteinb95;81034]Kudos for keeping the bike up. Be careful out there.....the world is mad at president bush and gas prices.

hunterfz6 · 07-22-2008, 05:57 PM

i'm glad you came out ok. thank you for your service sir, your a better man than most of us for serving.

07-22-2008, 12:15 PM	#13 (permalink)
CrioGeniC Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chesapeake, VA Bike: 2005 Yamaha FZ6 - Blue Posts: 23 Rep Power: 3 Member #3167	Re: locking it up at 70mph I am just guessing that you were going from 64 to 264 to the Beach. That fly over is terrible, and yeah you are right, VA drivers suck.

07-22-2008, 12:50 PM	#14 (permalink)
Hellgate Super Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 3,316 Rep Power: 60 Member #1191	Re: locking it up at 70mph Marine I am so glad you didn't go down! A lock front wheel is a scary thing to have. Maybe some day we will get more ABS bike in the US. __________________ Pete Mods: Akrapovic, Ohlins Remote, R6 Fork, RyanK Fender Mounts, Cobin with Backrest, Motovation Sliders, Yamaha Cowl, Stickers Removed, Galfers, Pazzo Shorties, Rizoma FE, Fredlight, Hugger Trimmed, ConvertiBar Clip-Ons, Acculign Top Clamp, OSO2K Setbacks, PC III w/ Custom AF1 Racing Map. Up Coming Mods: All Balls Headset

07-22-2008, 01:30 PM	#15 (permalink)
JohnP 3rd Photo Contest Winner Join Date: May 2008 Location: Massachusetts Bike: '08 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 160 Rep Power: 5 Member #2658	Re: locking it up at 70mph This is why I will always buy ABS if available. I practice my emergency stops often, but when the Sh*t hits the fan; there is no time to think. Muscle memory has to overcome the fact that every fiber in your body is forcing you to squeeze the brakes as hard as possible. So far, my muscle memory has lost. ABS definitely puts you on the winning side of this battle. -John __________________ 02 Black Nekid SV650 sold to get a 02 Illusion Blue GL1800 sold to get a 08 Cobalt Blue FZ6

07-22-2008, 01:55 PM	#16 (permalink)
oscarg85 Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canoga Park, CA Bike: FZ6 05 Posts: 78 Rep Power: 3 Member #2547	Re: locking it up at 70mph you are not the only one bro! Ok so going down topanga canyon on sunday i was goinmg behind a three car line all of them were going slow, and u know how we hate slow drivers, u just dont know what are they gonna do, i was with my girlfriend in tha bike and suddently this b...H! deside to turn left with out warning making the car in front of me just brake hard so i do the same and try to get gear down, the bike is heavier because there is 2 of us, brake lock rear wheel goes from side to side and finally come to a complete stop only by an inch from the cars rear bumper!! idiots, i passed them, looked at them and then shoke my head. be carefull out there brothass!!!!

07-22-2008, 02:01 PM	#17 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,167 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: locking it up at 70mph What Vegasrider said... could not have said it any better. Be HAPPY you have the skills!! __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

07-22-2008, 04:19 PM	#18 (permalink)
Mart Man FZ6 Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Modesto CA Bike: 2007 FZ6 x 2 Posts: 107 Rep Power: 7 Member #387	Re: locking it up at 70mph My wife was sent to the Virginia Beach Carmax on temp assignment back in October of last year for 4 months. She said it was a really nice place, but that the drivers their sucked. Apparently she was correct. __________________ Marty Sticker removal mod, Dual Headlight mod, Puig dark smoke windscreen, grip puppies

07-22-2008, 05:13 PM	#19 (permalink)
poorwboy Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Redlands ca Bike: 2006 CBR1000RR Posts: 716 Rep Power: 14 Member #224	Re: locking it up at 70mph [quote=jsteinb95;81034]Kudos for keeping the bike up. Be careful out there.....the world is mad at president bush and gas prices. __________________ Bikes and airplanes is all I see.

07-22-2008, 05:57 PM	#20 (permalink)
hunterfz6 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lou, Ky Bike: Yamaha FZ6 (red) Posts: 348 Rep Power: 9 Member #412	Re: locking it up at 70mph i'm glad you came out ok. thank you for your service sir, your a better man than most of us for serving. __________________ 07' FZ6 in superfast red.

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