new member and rider.
new member and rider.
sup everyone, my name is ron and im from las vegas, nevada. Just recently bought my first bike and very excited to start riding. Dont really know how to ride yet but been riding dirt bike in the past few months. also dont know much about how the mechanical really works yet so if theres good pointers on turns and all that good stuff just holler, thanks.
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Number 1 rule...You are invisible on the street! Assume that the space you occupy is up for anyone else to use. Have a plan for when they try to do so. Get mad after, get out of the box now.
Practice your low speed handling/braking in an empty parking lot. Most of your expensive bike repairs happen at low speeds. Realize you are a newb and refrain from exsessive speed. Most expensive HOSPITAL repairs happen at high speeds. The most dangerous time for a new/returning rider, is the first couple of THOUSAND miles.
Find the closest MSF training course and sign up. (This will also lower your insurance costs).
Get the gear and always wear it. Minimum outfit is sturdy jeans, helmet, gloves and jacket. Don't stint on the helmet use, even at low speeds. Most of the time it is not the forward speed that threatens your skull, it is the acceleration from the 6' up to the ground/curb that is dangerous.
Good luck and enjoy, Ern
Practice your low speed handling/braking in an empty parking lot. Most of your expensive bike repairs happen at low speeds. Realize you are a newb and refrain from exsessive speed. Most expensive HOSPITAL repairs happen at high speeds. The most dangerous time for a new/returning rider, is the first couple of THOUSAND miles.
Find the closest MSF training course and sign up. (This will also lower your insurance costs).
Get the gear and always wear it. Minimum outfit is sturdy jeans, helmet, gloves and jacket. Don't stint on the helmet use, even at low speeds. Most of the time it is not the forward speed that threatens your skull, it is the acceleration from the 6' up to the ground/curb that is dangerous.
Good luck and enjoy, Ern
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Welcome aboard Ron.
I recommend the MSF Course. Check into local classes in your area. They are extremely beneficial & a good start to learning.
There are sections on the forum specific to your particular bike. Ask away the questions in those areas & I'm sure you'll get help.
I recommend the MSF Course. Check into local classes in your area. They are extremely beneficial & a good start to learning.
There are sections on the forum specific to your particular bike. Ask away the questions in those areas & I'm sure you'll get help.
welcome to CBRF ron,
just think of all the people here that are trying to point you in the right direction as your personal teachers. people with a lot of riding behind them can give you advice that you will remember for a long time, so please take them to heart. safety first.
just think of all the people here that are trying to point you in the right direction as your personal teachers. people with a lot of riding behind them can give you advice that you will remember for a long time, so please take them to heart. safety first.
Welcome to the forum.. get some pictures up when you get a chance. +1 on the msf course. I also suggest watching twist of the wrist 2.. its a pretty cheesy video but it is very informative.
gear up and ride safe
gear up and ride safe
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