I'm a new Bird owner

[brad barton]

Ryan,
Going through OKC is best, as others have already said, outside of rush
hour. Yes NDE is a near death experience. Going through after midnight is
also a good idea..since most of the drivers on the road after midnight are
truckers. Beyond Wichita, you can go straight north up 135 toward Salina
and I-70.
Driving my first Bird, it took me about 100 miles to feel comfortable. Some
advice I got from professional truckers: Use the convex mirrors to space
yourself in the center of the lane keeping equal spaces between the coach
and the pavement markers. Eventually you'll be centered naturally. Don't
worry about other people trying to get around you. They'll find their way
around. When surrounded by traffic and you're feeling crowded on both
sides, just look ahead as far as possible to stay in your lane. Turning
your head from side to side could cause you to lose your line. At first, I
liked the left lane..so I could be sure I wouldn't scuff my tires on the
right curb. In a three lane situation, I liked the center lane. As you get
used to knowing where your wheels are, you'll be okay in any lane. Also,
I'd recommend goinig to the Vintage Bird website for other good information
for rookie owners.
In an emergency, try to stop straight ahead..don't swerve and risk going out
of control or turning over. Unless death is right in front of you, stop
straight ahead.
You may find your coach has a slightly delayed steering response but you'll
get used to it. That's just the nature of a heavy coach.


Brad Barton 00LXiDFW
bbartonwx@...

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