Seven habits worth fixing now
It's easy for a new rider to fall into bad habits that are both dangerous and limiting to how quickly you improve. This walks through the seven most common ones, starting with the fundamentals of actually understanding two-wheel control.
Gear, clutch, and the pre-ride checklist
Dressing for the slide (not just the ride), getting a real feel for the clutch's friction zone, and never skipping a pre-ride check are covered as the foundation the rest builds on.
Cornering and braking technique
Slow in, fast out for cornering, and using all your available braking tools rather than defaulting to one lever — two of the most commonly mismanaged skills for riders still building confidence.
The two easy fixes
Looking where you actually want to go (not at the obstacle you're avoiding), and remembering to switch off your turn signal — small, correctable habits that make a rider look and ride more confidently almost immediately.