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Expert Profile: Steven E. Staples

Expertise:  Answer questions on motorcycle safety in the areas of rider education, risk management and motorcycle awareness. I am not a gearhead, I don't even change my own oil.

Experience in the area
I am certified as a Ridercoach by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and certified as a Licensing Instructor by The State Of Tennessee. Initiated and implemented a Motorists Awareness program in the Driver Education program of Tennessee's largest school district; Memphis City Schools.

Organizations
AMA, SMSA

Publications
Go to my website at http://www.smartmotorcycling.info

Education/Credentials
MSF IP Graduate, Annual Professional Development Workshops

Awards and Honors
2005 "Instructor of the Year" - Cycle Safety Program LLC, 2006 "RiderCoach of the Year" - Tennessee Motorcycle Rider Education Program, 2006 "Outstanding RiderCoach" - Motorcycle Safety Foundation

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Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 220
Knowledge   10.0   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   10.0   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.71   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
(in Past 24 Hours)
0
Max Questions to be Asked
(in 24 Hour period)
5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
28
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
I am the grandpa of the child. I had been asked to find out what I could about the requirements. I tried local police, driver license office and then
(Thomas on 07/13/08)
Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful response. I appreciate it very much and will definetly take your advice!
(Priscila on 06/09/08)
Thanks so much! This was actually really helpful, and I'm printing it out to show my grandpa... (just so I'm not the only one who knows my maturity.)
(Kelsea on 05/07/08)
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Recent Answers from Steven E. Staples
2008-08-09  motorcycle question I would suggest that after being properly trained and licensed to legally operate a motorcycle you go to a Yamaha store and try an R1 on for size. Sit on the bike to determine if it fits you. Your feet...
2008-07-10  Child Passenger Thomas, I really don't believe that the year, make and model of the motorcycle makes any difference. Minimum requirements for any passenger should be that their feet rest securely on the passenger footrest...
2008-06-28  "Starter" bike Some control manipulations , especially clutch/throttle coordination developed in off-road riding will be helpful in transitioning to riding on the street. However, many physical and mental skillsets necessary...
2008-06-28  you have to look inside? As with most vehicle purchases, price determines what "bells and whistles" are standard. Most medium to high end motorcycles are equipped with fuel gauges. Sometimes you'll find lower priced bikes with...
2008-05-28  1998 fzr600 If you are referring to the red engine cut off switch located on the handlebars just in front of the right handgrip, it has to be in the on or run position for the motorcycle to start, and continue to...
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