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I found myself cold, windswept and out in the middle of nowhere, Nevada but the sunset glowing ochre and violet, allowed me confirmation of why I was motorcycling solo on yet another back road journey.

"Picking up the bike - if she can do it so can you!" Photos, videos and clear instructions on how to do it.

"An instructional DVD for dualsporters who want to ride off the beaten path. Riding a dual sport motorcycle offroad requires many skills. We focus on one at a time, before putting them together out on the road less traveled."

"The Short Bikers Mailing List was originally started by a small group of people who were about five foot high and were frustrated at trying to find suitable beginners' motorcycles... Although we are no longer just made up of beginners, ... we don't limit the mailing list to any particular shape, size or skill level of people and we have members all over the world!" It has a link to Noemi Berry's SBL FAQ Page.

Tips on how to survive on a motorcycle

At 5' 3 and 118 pounds Carol feels quite comfortable aboard a BMW R1150 GS with its 31.5 inch seat height and its nearly 600 pounds. And... she feels equally comfortable picking it up if it is dropped! "Want to learn the technique? Don't miss the videos at the bottom of the page!"

Tips and info devoted entirely to new motorcyclists, with some info on touring in South Africa as well.

Run by Mick Wheeler and Sue Wilson. "Their training courses will steer you through the art of observations, planning, positioning, correct and safe use of speed through the hazards and corners etc. correct gear, the use of countersteer and limit points... a fascinating subject indeed! You'll be taken through the four S's of motorcycling.... how to be Safer, Swifter, Smoother and Smarter! "

Internet 'pit stop' for motorcycle touring & camping folks Touring tips, info etc.

Easy if you're six foot six (2 metres) and big, but for the smaller folk, it's really tough - and even the bigger of us have trouble with a fully loaded tourer. This is a great explanation of how to do it right.