Introduction to 1st Gear Motorcycle Training and Our Commitment Stepping onto a motorcycle for the first time is exhilarating, but it can also stir a sense of uncertainty. At 1st Gear Motorcycle Training, we understand that the journey to becoming a skilled and confident rider begins with trust and expert guidance. Our mission is to empower every learner with the … Read More
Expert Instructors and Ongoing Support at 1st Gear Motorcycle Training
Experienced Instructors Dedicated to Your Success At the heart of 1st Gear Motorcycle Training is a team of seasoned instructors, each deeply committed to helping you achieve your riding goals with confidence and skill. These professionals bring years of hands-on experience, not only as expert motorcyclists but also as passionate educators who understand the unique challenges faced by new and … Read More
How NOT to crash your motorcycle at a track day, it’s easier than you think.
Crashing, intimidation, your motorcycle, and just ignorance. Those are the most common reasons I hear from riders on never making it out to the track. The track is for everyone and yes some crashing does happen but it is a small percentage. Anytime you get 50+ riders together there will be some crashing. It is part of riding. Staying off … Read More
You’ve learned to ride! Now what?
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Know your motorcycle stats to stay safe, what a Trauma Surgeon sees with motorcycles, and a request to paramedics.
We all understand riding comes with risks. We also have no shortage of people telling us how risky motorcycle riding is. Here are the latest stats to keep in mind. We can’t eliminate all the risks, but we can reduce our exposure to them. That can be as simple as wearing proper gear, avoiding intersections as much as you can, … Read More
Riding a motorcycle vs. Riding a bus. The pros and cons including costs.
Everyone knows that riding the bus, or taking the (sky)train, or taking any form of public transit is the most cost effective way to get around. Or is it? Motorcycling can be a cost-effective way to get you where you need to go in record time. There are a long list of pros and cons on taking transit and riding … Read More
Getting your BC motorcycle license. How much does it cost and what does it take?
Quick Facts on this Article -You must get a ICBC motorcycle learners license to take a motorcycle course -There are lots of choices for motorcycle schools. All of them good. -Motorcycle courses include motorcycles and gear (most do) -The MST test is included in most courses. Saves you a trip to ICBC -Taking a course, buying the gear, and motorcycle … Read More
Your first Track Day. How to show up like a regular.
Written by Lee Heaver with contributions by the Track Heads Group; Mike, Brandon Knutson, Kim Gill, Dean Drolet. Any motorcycle and rider is welcome to a track day. You do not need to be a ‘great rider’ to go to a track day. Great riders are made at track days. If the cost is off putting, think of it as … Read More
Shipping your motorcycle via sea transport. What you need to know.
By Jason Mueller of A1 Auto Transport (Motorcycle Shipping) Most motorcycle owners choose to ship their bike by ship as it is cost-effective as well as safe for international transport. In order to prepare to have your bike shipped overseas, you need to contact a professional motorcycle mover at least one month prior to the date service will be needed. This … Read More
Your options on preventing your motorcycle from getting stolen
Written by Lionel G. Few feelings are worse than returning to where you are certain you left your motorcycle only to find that it is no longer there. You futilely look up and down the street hoping that you might have mistakenly parked it on an adjacent block, knowing full well that you hadn’t. I count myself as one of … Read More