im glad i found this site, i usually dont mess around on the computer (they have a tendency to screw up when im around) but you seem to be a good group of guys willing to give advice to thoes of us who are where you used to be. i just bought my first bike its an '87 hurricane with original paint job. if there is anything a new rider with this bike should know like things to keep an eye on besides the road let me know. im sure i should spend time first getting comfortable but what are some easy mods for the mechanically inclinned? and what is a good pair of shoes? icon?
thanks guys/gals

 

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If you can post some pics. That's akeeper right there. Good luck with it.

Everything! It comes with miles. You'll get used to noticing things that if you were in a car you probably wouldn't even see. Just pay attention and taking a MSF course won't hurt either.

Tell you the truth I would leave the bike alone for now. Keep it stock and just get use to it first.

You want riding shoes, boots or race style boots? Personaly I prefer race boots. I have a pair of Sidi Vertigo boots (second set)that are a couple years old now. I't been a long time since I've ridden in something other than boots and probably won't do it ever again. That's how much I love them and how important it is to protect your feet. I guess you feel that way too or you woulndn't be looking for a set of riding shoes. key is try a couple diferent styles on and see what you like.

 

Hello & Welcome!!

 

hey thanks alot for the advice ive already gotten. finally i managed to attach some pics. i think youre absolutely right about leaving things be for now certainly no engine upgrades, but i am excited to have fun tinkering with and learning the basics- maybe something simple like a small set of led lights just inside the vents of the fairing to give the bike the image of a glowing center? if you know what i mean. i am a little impaitient and anxiuos cause my first bike has been a distant hope for 6 years and here it is- finally. things are so muchmore fulfillingwhen you work hard for them.
chao!


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Welcome to the site.

Nice looking bike!!!

 

ya, thanks.
does anyone know where to pick up a tinted visor for a 'zox' helmet.
Just a thought - would that film from a do-it-yourself window tint work on the plastic of a visor, or even the windscreen?