Put putting in a parking lot even with the rear brake, if the turn is too sharp and the brakes are rapidly locked, it can still throw the bike beyond recovery. Straighten the front wheel and use either front or rear (or both) and the chances are you will not go down. Most, especially newer riders that haven't as yet acquired smooth front brake skills at slow speeds, should rely on the rear brake during parking lots, or on slippery surfaces like grass, etc. Even some experienced riders like to use the rear brake more at slow speeds. Keep working on it, keep learning, riding like a pro is in your future.
Why do I keep going down?
Well I did it again tonight! I fell down for my 8th time now!!! I’ve only been riding for maybe 6 months or so and have fallen down 8 times now and I can’t figure out why I keep falling? I feel like I’m a good rider I really do but for some reason I keep falling down.! Tonight I was driving around a gas station store and a car came around the other side kinda fast so I guess I pulled the front break while making the turn and like always I was on the ground! I must have the best luck ever because I have never been seriously injured actually in all but one of my falls I’ve jumped back up and rode off with out a scratch on my body! I’m just confused on why I keep falling down? If anyone has any ideas on why I’d love to hear them. Thanks in advance!
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