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    Need a route suggestion

    OP The rationale for my suggestion that your gf to ride ahead of you is based on the following. I am sure others will have a different opinion, but here it goes. Only about 3 percent of mc accidents happen where the rider is hit from behind Something like 70+% of collisions happen from the...
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    Need a route suggestion

    + 100 to have it towed. If I understand it right you are picking up the bike the Monday after you complete the learning curves course. Please consider a) you might not pass the course; b) unless you are very fit you will be pretty tired and sore after two days of drills during the course and...
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    Best online motorcycle stores- recommend

    And this http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/vbforum/showthread.php?1045-Motorcycle-Dealer-and-Vendors-WebSites-Cycle-Salvage-Shops Of the hundreds listed I have been very happy with motorcycle superstore in the USA. Massive selection, prices as low as any I've seen and lots of sales. Shipping to...
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    rider training course jacket question

    You need to wear shoes or boots that cover your ankle. No running or street shoes. Apparently they will accept gardening gloves ( Canadian tire) but to me these are too thin and certainly would not be warm enough for the cooler temperatures we are experiencing now. Dress warm as you will be...
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    Which David Hough Book - Proficient Motorcycling or Mastering the Ride ?

    I got my copies for my ipad via iTunes. Electronic.
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    Which David Hough Book - Proficient Motorcycling or Mastering the Ride ?

    OP I have both and they are each very good but emphasize different things and also the latter book seems to be broader in focus and less specific in the details.I think the second book is directed at 'intermediate' riders. Get the first book for sure - very well worth it. I had to work through...
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    RIP Stompin' Tom

    A real icon. He seemed to be there forever. He defined an era. I will miss him.
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    Well - I got to thread after whatever pics were taken down. So can't comment. But I am an...

    Well - I got to thread after whatever pics were taken down. So can't comment. But I am an amateur photographer and have worked with models. It takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there. Keep trying :) don't let other peoples negativity shut you down :)
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    Sorry to see your thread 'help a ....' go so far south. A lot of very nice people on this site...

    Sorry to see your thread 'help a ....' go so far south. A lot of very nice people on this site but some real jerks too. They show up over and over. Don't let it get you down.
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    25 year old rider getting back in the saddle.

    Well hello back :) I am pretty impressed. You learn from your experiences it seems. And you are smart - getting rid of debt is job #1. Would be glad to meet you some day :)
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    fastest

    Hey there. Welcome :)
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    Hello!

    Welcome :)
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    new guy

    Welcome :)
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    Looking forward to my second season riding...

    Welcome. I am in a similar situation. Got my M many years ago but did not ride since. Have been on a vespa for the last eight years and finally decided to move up last fall. Kids are just old enough that I might be able to get a couple of hours here and there:) This is great souce of info and...
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    Bought my first bike today!

    Congrats! Glad you got a good deal. Welcome:)
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    New Member

    Welcome :)
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    New to the community with 1 1/2 projects on the go

    Welcome. Thanks for letting us know your here :)
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    Hi there.

    Good idea! Welcome :)
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    crusty and rusty

    Lol :)
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    crusty and rusty

    What exactly is your point?
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