The Good Rider: Part One

You’ll occasionally hear someone described as a “good rider.” Sometimes it’s like a eulogy, after someone has crashed and expired: “I don’t know why he crashed. He was a good rider.”
There are lots of possible definitions of “good rider.” We might describe a professional road racer as “good” or even “great” after a string of race wins. But racing is just one of the many facets of motorcycling. Is there a definition of “good rider” that spans more of motorcycling?
In The Good Rider: Part 1, Hough begins his discussion about what he thinks makes a good rider, and then offers his sage advice about becoming one. No racing required. Hough is one of the most highly respected motorcycle journalists in the world, and he remains focused on helping riders not merely survive the ride, but enjoy the experience.