hello to everybody
#11
10-22-2008, 05:07 PM
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RE: hello to everybody
ORIGINAL: txn_driver
Hey and welcome to the Forum. Good luck with everything. Yes im the last one checking in but no im not on report Pete. LOL
Hey and welcome to the Forum. Good luck with everything. Yes im the last one checking in but no im not on report Pete. LOL
we shall see about being not on report mate
#12
10-25-2008, 07:21 AM
RE: hello to everybody
Ok I just took her out for a little night riding. First I started off doing some laps around my block, then I went up a few blocks to visit a friend. I really noticed the bike can get hot at times and temps usually stays within 220 F-224 F during idle. I checked online and it says that it should be normal so I'm not so worried now. Had some newbie moments like stalling numerous times at red lights but all in all I have to say it wasn't bad for my first ride. I just gotta keep practicing to get my shifts smoother and less jerky.
#13
10-25-2008, 10:30 AM
RE: hello to everybody
Take it 100 miles on a freeway run, to get to know the lady.
Check the operating temps at freeway speeds.
Check the fan is kicking in (?) when in traffic.........
Stalls at lights is normal at first - you'll improve quickly.
Take your time.....................and wear your gear !
Check the operating temps at freeway speeds.
Check the fan is kicking in (?) when in traffic.........
Stalls at lights is normal at first - you'll improve quickly.
Take your time.....................and wear your gear !
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10-25-2008, 10:31 AM
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RE: hello to everybody
ORIGINAL: nemesis36
Ok I just took her out for a little night riding. First I started off doing some laps around my block, then I went up a few blocks to visit a friend. I really noticed the bike can get hot at times and temps usually stays within 220 F-224 F during idle. I checked online and it says that it should be normal so I'm not so worried now. Had some newbie moments like stalling numerous times at red lights but all in all I have to say it wasn't bad for my first ride. I just gotta keep practicing to get my shifts smoother and less jerky.
Ok I just took her out for a little night riding. First I started off doing some laps around my block, then I went up a few blocks to visit a friend. I really noticed the bike can get hot at times and temps usually stays within 220 F-224 F during idle. I checked online and it says that it should be normal so I'm not so worried now. Had some newbie moments like stalling numerous times at red lights but all in all I have to say it wasn't bad for my first ride. I just gotta keep practicing to get my shifts smoother and less jerky.
Good luck on yournext rideas well...and the one after...and the one after...
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10-25-2008, 04:34 PM
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Congrats on the bike. Make sure you have the proper gear! I remember my first time around the block. I told myself, "Just around the block until I get the hang of it." That lasted 10 minutes and off I was. I went to all my friends houses showing off my new toy. Enjoy!!!!!
Make sure you ask all the questions you can think of, people around here know what they are talking about.
Sorry Welcome Wagon, I read the intro and started thinking about my first bike and first ride!
Make sure you ask all the questions you can think of, people around here know what they are talking about.
Sorry Welcome Wagon, I read the intro and started thinking about my first bike and first ride!