Ben Rollins Posted June 5, 2014 Share #26 Posted June 5, 2014 Take a riding class,take it slow at first and enjoy. and :wel_ani3Tay: Heather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted June 5, 2014 Share #27 Posted June 5, 2014 Take a riding class,take it slow at first and enjoy. and :wel_ani3Tay: Heather Yep that will happen as soon as I get my permit! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinois Posted June 5, 2014 Share #28 Posted June 5, 2014 I'm open to any advice you would have for a newbie! I'm so excited to start riding! Never assume other drivers see you, don't count on having the right-of-way. Guess it boils down to drive defensively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted June 5, 2014 Share #29 Posted June 5, 2014 Never assume other drivers see you, don't count on having the right-of-way. Guess it boils down to drive defensively. Great advice thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSky Posted June 5, 2014 Share #30 Posted June 5, 2014 Wade, I wish you and Heather the best, but I do have to say, that is a lot of bike for a first bike, unless she has spent some time on an automatic bike. It takes a lot of seat time to get comfortable in traffic when you are first starting out. RandyA I agree with Venturous. That is too much bike for a beginner. It's asking for trouble. Better to start with a 250cc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacheedah Posted June 6, 2014 Share #31 Posted June 6, 2014 Bike safety and parking lot drills with 1/2 tennis balls for cones. I suggest practicing left right evasive maneuver while thresh holding breaking, if they lock curl your toe's and right hand slightly to unlock the wheel while steering. Ride like a pro is very good rider training Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted June 6, 2014 Share #32 Posted June 6, 2014 Bike safety and parking lot drills with 1/2 tennis balls for cones. I suggest practicing left right evasive maneuver while thresh holding breaking, if they lock curl your toe's and right hand slightly to unlock the wheel while steering. Ride like a pro is very good rider training Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade 2000 Posted June 8, 2014 Author Share #33 Posted June 8, 2014 Heather got some parking lot time in today. She is learning the controls and how to operate the clutch. She did really good, maybe tomorrow we will continue with 1st gear maneuvers and if that goes well might shift to 2nd. I'm trying to go slow and drill each thing until it's second nature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stealthblade Posted June 8, 2014 Share #34 Posted June 8, 2014 This is going to be a fun story to watch. I bought my first ever bike at age 43. A Suzuki Boulevard C50 a friend had left over after switching to a Honda Valkyrie. I put about 500 miles on that before trading it on a 2001 RSV. My second ever bike. That was 2 years ago, and I put 2500 miles on it last year ( weekend warrior ). So far this year, I have put over 1000 miles on it, and today was my first ride in the rain. I love this bike. Good on ya, Heather. Remember to always go at your own pace, it takes a while to be comfortable. Take it easy out there, and remember that you are invisible. When you see someone almost pull out in front of you, but stop, give em a wave and say thanks. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spear Posted June 8, 2014 Share #35 Posted June 8, 2014 Welcome Heather. Somebody on this site signs off with very wise words... "Ride like you're invisible - not invincible." Remember them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midrsv Posted June 8, 2014 Share #36 Posted June 8, 2014 You'll love the Magna. I ride with a friend who rides a '94 Magna with about 110,000 miles on it. He's 78 and plans to ride it to NM with us next month. It just keeps purring. Good luck with yours. Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted June 9, 2014 Share #37 Posted June 9, 2014 You'll love the Magna. I ride with a friend who rides a '94 Magna with about 110,000 miles on it. He's 78 and plans to ride it to NM with us next month. It just keeps purring. Good luck with yours. Dennis Good for him! Glad to hear that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted June 11, 2014 Share #38 Posted June 11, 2014 Bike safety and parking lot drills with 1/2 tennis balls for cones. I suggest practicing left right evasive maneuver while thresh holding breaking, if they lock curl your toe's and right hand slightly to unlock the wheel while steering. Ride like a pro is very good rider training Thanks we watched that again the other night great tips. Some over my head right now but will try them when I get more experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinois Posted July 14, 2014 Share #39 Posted July 14, 2014 How about an update Ruby Rider. Worn out those tires yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowpuc Posted July 14, 2014 Share #40 Posted July 14, 2014 Chasing the wind has its price,, DOG GONE IT I MISSED THE CHANCE TO GREET A NEW RIDER, Rats!! While I do agree with others who mentioned that a Magna is a pretty good sized bike to start out on, I like to hear about folks starting on an XR100 or something small, I TOTALLY wish you nothing but the best on your new endeavor Heather!!! Practice practice practice (sounds like you have been) and the world is your oyster!! Hope your having fun out there!! Be safe! Puc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted July 14, 2014 Share #41 Posted July 14, 2014 How did I miss this thread??? Looks great! I almost bought a Magna many years ago but bought a CX650 Custom instead. Looks like it fits her good, just about the right height! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorcycle Mike Posted July 14, 2014 Share #42 Posted July 14, 2014 How about an update Ruby Rider. Worn out those tires yet? Kinda curious myself. Are you comfotable yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted July 14, 2014 Share #43 Posted July 14, 2014 How about an update Ruby Rider. Worn out those tires yet? I got my temps still doing parking lot drills. Plan on taking the course shortly. Getting more comfortable with the clutch and have started shifting. I'm loving it! Hard to find the time this summer though! Too many graduation parties etc! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted July 14, 2014 Share #44 Posted July 14, 2014 Chasing the wind has its price,, DOG GONE IT I MISSED THE CHANCE TO GREET A NEW RIDER, Rats!! While I do agree with others who mentioned that a Magna is a pretty good sized bike to start out on, I like to hear about folks starting on an XR100 or something small, I TOTALLY wish you nothing but the best on your new endeavor Heather!!! Practice practice practice (sounds like you have been) and the world is your oyster!! Hope your having fun out there!! Be safe! Puc Thanks I'm taking it slow and easy! Getting the basics down one at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rider Posted July 14, 2014 Share #45 Posted July 14, 2014 Kinda curious myself. Are you comfotable yet? Taking it slow! I'm getting there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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