At what speed do you start countersteering?

You need to be going at least 20 mph for countersteering to work effectively, but you do not need to be traveling at a high rate of speed to feel the effects.

Do MotoGP riders use counter steering?

Although it defies belief at first, MotoGP riders do counter-steer, using the technique on almost every corner, particularly at speed, and also when having to suddenly evade debris or fallen riders on the track.

Why do you turn left to go right on a motorcycle?

Deliberately countersteering a motorcycle is a much more efficient way to steer than to just lean. At higher speeds the self-balancing property of the bike gets stiffer, and a given input force applied to the handlebars produces smaller changes in lean angle.

What is motorcycle countersteering and how does it work?

Motorcycle countersteering is the process of turning in an opposite direction than perceived in the conscious mind of the rider. In reality, we must turn LEFT if we want to steer RIGHT and vice-versa, based on the centripetal force that is needed to actually turn a motorcycle at moderate and high speeds.

What is counter-steering and why do you need it?

The counter-steering researches had opened the door to riding improvement for everyone. Pratically everyone learns how to ride without any understanding of counter-steering, but the moment it is fully comprehended and applied, it opens the door to vast amounts of improvement in every possible situation that requires steering the bike.

Do you shift your body when counter steering a motorcycle?

Forcing a motorcycle into a turn by slinging your body off of the bike, throws off your center of gravity and creates sloppy cornering. You can use counter steering solely for leaning your bike over and perform the turn without shifting your body. So Tyler, don’t shift your body when counter steering!

What is the purpose of steering a motorcycle?

The purpose of steering is to control the motorcycle direction of travel. In racing or in any riding situation, you must feel that the steering and the direction of the bike are under your control. The faster you go, the more you want to be certain that the machine will do what you want it to.