I rode my first bike 2 days ago...
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I rode my first bike 2 days ago...
ok i have always loved bikes everytime one drives by i am in aw and like dman i want one. well the other day i finally got to ride one all i have to say is i want one even more now! this weekend my friend is taking me out and i am gonna learn to drive it (yes i was only passanger when we rode) i cant wait! you can feel how fast you are going and they are so quick! man i want one so bad now! i got in my s2000 and i realized how much quicker bikes really are than cars......just had to share my experience with ya guys oh ya and if i do decided to get a bike what are some opions on what to get?
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This girl that I know started riding last year, and she started on a R6. Of course she dropped it a few times within two weeks, but luckily she didnt' get hurt. I think your height is pretty important, since you can't really learn if you can't reach the ground(but you can always lower the bike) Try to sit on as many as you can, and see which one you are comfortable with. Just don't get carried away with the power, it might and will bite you in the a$$ if you're not careful. Ride safe!!
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i am 5'9 so height i dont really have that much to worry about....and i am not trying to kill myself either lol i think that i would actually do closer to the speed limit cause you can feel the speed more than you can in a car.....
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First, sign up for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation beginner course (call 1-800-CC-RIDER for the nearest course).
Second, start with a used bike so it doesn't decrease as much in value when you drop it.
Third, have fun.
Second, start with a used bike so it doesn't decrease as much in value when you drop it.
Third, have fun.
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Originally posted by scottrnelson
First, sign up for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation beginner course (call 1-800-CC-RIDER for the nearest course).
Second, start with a used bike so it doesn't decrease as much in value when you drop it.
Third, have fun.
First, sign up for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation beginner course (call 1-800-CC-RIDER for the nearest course).
Second, start with a used bike so it doesn't decrease as much in value when you drop it.
Third, have fun.
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From: http://www.bikergirl.net/glossary.html
Squid -- Referring to a rider who has little regard for his or her own safety, or the safety of others. Frequently seen in a full-face helmet, on a Ninja or like bike, wearing shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers.
There are a number of other definitions at: http://www.mattsphotos.com/bikerslang/travel.html as well, including the one using the five letters to describe the type of rider (#2).
On the Ducati Monster List (see http://www.mostro.org/ ) there was a discussion of the difference between a Squid and a Hooligan (often used when describing Monster riders). We decided that a Squid does burnouts and wheelies because people are watching while a hooligan does them because nobody is watching.
In any case, don't be a squid, wear protective gear and ride so as not to offend the "cage" drivers.
Squid -- Referring to a rider who has little regard for his or her own safety, or the safety of others. Frequently seen in a full-face helmet, on a Ninja or like bike, wearing shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers.
There are a number of other definitions at: http://www.mattsphotos.com/bikerslang/travel.html as well, including the one using the five letters to describe the type of rider (#2).
On the Ducati Monster List (see http://www.mostro.org/ ) there was a discussion of the difference between a Squid and a Hooligan (often used when describing Monster riders). We decided that a Squid does burnouts and wheelies because people are watching while a hooligan does them because nobody is watching.
In any case, don't be a squid, wear protective gear and ride so as not to offend the "cage" drivers.