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Two words - engine braking.

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I'd rather wear out brake pads than engines.
But the engine gets a workout to!

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I wouldn't sweat it. A good engine like to work hard. You'd be hard pressed to wear out a motorcycle engine.

By downshifting going into a turn, you're slowing the motorcycle for proper corner speed. Added bonus, you'll be in the right gear for maximum acceleration out of the turn.

As they say, slow in, out with a grin.

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This was just a light hearted post about how much fun these Triumphs are and how well they handle for forward control cruisers.

Thanks for the suggested reading fellas.

Being an ignorant motorcycle rider I had no idea how lucky I've been through all these years, miles and bikes without a single accident.

...I know, I'm doomed/jinxed now!