I was wondering if anyone uses engine breaking on their pcx or other two wheeled treats? I got familiar with it when I drove a manual transmission car and finding it has been a joy on my pcx.
I know you wont break as fast using this technique, but it does save the breaks from replacement and repairs in the long term. I've only driven my pcx a few times, but am liking how it helps create a "buffer" zone between myself and the car in front of me incase if I need to use both breaks, if the car decides to slam on their breaks.
Even the car behind me will see the scooter slowing down and be forced to slow down farther away. If they aren't watching where they're going (e.g., texting on a cell
![Surprised :o](./images/smilies/icon_e_surprised.gif)
, lighting a cigarette
![Shocked o_O](./images/smilies/icon_eek.gif)
, looking at a passenger in the car
![Rolling Eyes :roll:](./images/smilies/icon_rolleyes.gif)
) I can zoom up quicker with the increase of space between me and the front car, or change lanes, or pull into the emergency side lane or parking lot to keep from getting rear ended. Only God knows the number of times this has almost happened to me driving a car and keeping a view on the rear car through the rear view mirror as needed.
zach