2Wheeltips

One of scariest things a new rider will experience is riding over a big bump. As you go over it, you feel as if you have been thrown 3 feet in the air followed by a sensation that you are going to fly off the back of the bike. You grip the handlebars tightly and slow down as the adrenaline rushes through your body. It can be a very frightening experience...enough to make you reconsider riding.

To avoid this, you need to practice scanning the road in front of you for bumps as well as potholes, and maneuver the bike to avoid them. If the bump can not be avoided, you should prepare yourself for the bump by relaxing and not tensing up on the bike.

As with just about all things related to improving your skills, as you go over more bumps, you will learn how your bike reacts to bumps and you will get better at handling them.

Check out our video on cracks and road imperfections for more tips on riding over rough road surfaces.