It is a game changer

Counter steering is a very basic and easy way to lean the motorcycle over to bank around a curve. The bike is destabilised for a split second to initiate the turn into the corner. It is vital that all riders understand the process of steering by using the handlebars. It does take time to learn and understand what you are doing with the handlers when steering, but once mastered it is a game changer. Both hands can be used and so can the body as you help to corner by leaning and using a little bit of weight transfer.

Learning Points - Counter steering

• Get professional advice on counter steering
• It does not need to be complicated to understand
• Practice the technique on slower corners to become familiar with the process
• Practice oversteering to feel how counter steering affects the bikes handling
• Aim for one steering movement per bend
• Always know where you are aiming the bike, don’t look at the floor