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Originally Posted by archaeofreak
..........Now I need to buy a helmet, get some insurance, and ride the ninja!..........
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You need a little more; you need to learn how to effectively and safely stop the bike in traffic conditions (a non-controlled and dangerous environment), polishing good basic techniques, but at a pace that avoids panic reactions.
You will get scared (and dangerous to yourself) as many times as your brain perceives that you don't have enough space in front of you.
As space and speed are directly linked, slowing down is the best approach.
How much? As much as you need to feel comfortable.
The good techniques will make your ride smooth and more controlled and will become naturally faster.
Trying to push yourself out of your comfort zone when you are not ready is a recipe for disaster.
Training on mastering that brake lever goes first and as stopping quickly and safely is many times more difficult than twisting that throttle and rolling faster.
Here is some good reading about that first fundamental skill:
http://www.msgroup.org/Articles.aspx?Cat=2
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=147377
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=134072
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=149961
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=120133