The Friction Zone

DANGER ZONE! Curves are the most likely place for a rider to experience a “single vehicle“ crash. In other words, the rider is the only vehicle involved, and the crash involves a loss of control. IN THIS PIC … what are the unknowns and what can you detect based on the information available? ie: how sharp is the curve, what should your entry speed be, etc. Having discussions away from riding (like dissecting this pic) can be extremely useful tools to improve our riding chops! Part of TheFrictionZone.com Group Presentations and the Stayin' Safe Motorcycle Training Advanced Riding Program.
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QUIZ TIME! What can you see and what is hidden … Our advice - “If you just don’t know it’s best to slow”™ / Ridin’Rhymes™
FYI - the delivery van is actually backing up into that side street. Riders will often find that little crack of opportunity (as that vehicle backs up, we ’could’ squeeze by) … but in doing so, what will we encounter on the other side? STAY AWARE of vehicles, road signs, bushes, trees and buildings that obscure our vision and/or the vision of a vehicle about to pull out … Part of the on-road coaching program at Stayin' Safe Motorcycle Training

Nice turnout for the monthly Harley Owner's Group, Pittsburgh Chapter #2224 meeting as I discussed the challenges during the “100 Deadliest Days“ of Summer (teen drivers, towing of vehicles and anticipated holiday travel) , Paul’s Law (no use of handheld devices in effect) and an upcoming documentary on the “VooDoo Lounge” - an historic Pgh Venue that was a combination of Bikers, Bankers, Bachelorettes and Boilermakers!
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Go Left young man … Let’s see if further studies can provide us with better ways to anticipate those left-turning vehicles ... the #1 most common multi-vehicle crash scenario for riders. In the meantime, remember to “Create some Space, Just in Case”™ another Ridin’Rhyme™ to save your behind!
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Scientists Just Accidentally Discovered a Strange, Hidden Rule of Human Nature Researchers report a "serendipitous" discovery while watching videos of crowds: an inexplicable bias toward counterclockwise turning that may be rooted in biology.

When these two get together you never know what comes next! Stay tuned as we were discussing the 2026 Stayin' Safe Motorcycle Training Pittsburgh Tours … on-road, live coaching at it’s best with chalk talks, video review and roadside workbooks / mini-quizzes to fully engrain those “Jedi-Like” riding chops!

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"What the Shadow holds will soon Unfold" is our RidinRhyme™ that "looks into" (pun intended) the clues that shadows may reveal (vehicle approaching) and/or the mystery that shadows conceal (roadway imperfections) ... Check out this post from Stayin' Safe Motorcycle Training as this is part of our on-road audio coaching we provide during the tours.
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TOMORROW! June 9th … Ride to Work Day is almost here!
Skip the car, save on fuel, and enjoy the freedom of the open road as we celebrate the 35th Annual International Ride to Work Day on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Whether you're a daily rider or just looking for a reason to take your motorcycle or scooter out for the day, join thousands of riders around the world by riding to work and showing the many benefits of two-wheeled transportation.
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June’s Universal Riders Club - Pittsburgh meeting at Monte Cello's Italian Restaurant … saying goodbye to “Roc”, a treasured member who passed away this past month and discussing upcoming member rides including the ”Triple Nickel” in Ohio and the challenges that riders face on those twisty, hill crested and surprising roads.
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Bike Night at Three Rivers Harley-Davidson …
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