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Oh what a beotch it was drilling those holes in the exhaust pipes. I tried it today and broke two 1/8 titanium drill bits >< I finally worked up to the 3/8 bit and then ran out of juice. I have to wait till tomorrow to complete.

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Yea Munch!! Gosh……

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Once you complete the MSF course and you start sitting on different bikes, the right bike will hit you! Its like a “DING” when you get the feel of the right bike.

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Dont forget they get a large sales commission selling you a bigger bike

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Some points to keep in mind:

1. Driving standard cars and riding a motorcycle has no correlation to learning how to ride. Saying that the MSF will teach you how to shift even if you had no experience at all.

2. Taking the MSF course and getting your M class liscense will not get you “road” ready. It simply graduates you to a larger parking lot. I suggest a lot more practice on the parking lot and around your neighborhood. Doing 15MPH in the MSF course versus going 60+MPH on the roads is large jump. I practiced for 1 week around my neighborhood and parking lots before I jumped on the main roads, then it took me another 2 week to get on the freeway. Of course your progression will be dictated by your comfort level and how much risk you are willing to take. Remember this is your first bike, so learn it as much as you can. You will see what I mean when you first get that 50+MPH blast on your chest.

3. I dont recommend buying a bike in advance. I do recommend taking that MSF first then go back and check out the bikes. Taking the MSF course will give you the benefit of knowing what to feel out and what is comfortable for you. Going to the dealer first without any knowledge at all, makes you vulnerable to the sales pitches “You can ride a 1300 no problem. Its much more stable…”

4. Lastly go back and read over Munch’s post. Be honest with yourself on what function your bike will be. In very heavy stop and go traffic a large scooter will probably serve you better instead of constantly shifting up and down. If your traffic is pretty free flowing, a standard cycle might do. Again, this will be based on what you are comfortable with. And reiterating Munch’s final wisdom, dont let your ego or friends dictate your own personal safety.

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Elm Valle
Thunder Roads Magazine
http://www.Thunderroadstexas.com

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Nice Dagger…so did you get your shiny new patch for your jacket?

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I guess I dont understand why…its not like a batman spotlight shining in peoples faces. LOL

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And dont get too down on yourself…obviously you got your Class M license and passed the MSF, so all you have to do now is practice!

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I am sure youll get in Dagger….but just in case good luck!

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See I dont understand why LED Lights on a bike would be illegal. Its not like it has a big footprint to begin with and you would think they would actually think it was a good idea since it will increase visibility to be seen by others at night.

Some laws are such a waste!!

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Fear is good but dont let it control you.

Everyone takes a spill at least once in their riding career. The fear you feel is actually better than overconfidence at this point. I had a spill early in my riding experience. I guess I was more “mad” than “fearful”.

I took it as a learning tool. It is like everything else – mistakes are part of learning. This same fear will keep you at check with your limitation.

In time it will subside, the more ride. I suggest go out on the parking lot and keep practicing the MSF manuevers. This will give you more comfort on the actual road.

Everyone is different and have different learning curves. Soon you will be riding in less fear and more confidence. In my opinion it is more dangerous to ride with no fear than some.

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Post the pics Munch when you get them installed!! LOL

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Thanks Dagger!

You should get a kit from the link below and tell him I (Elm) sent you-hopefully he will cut you a great deal.

Actually the light kit is from http://www.ledaccentlights.net

They are great because everything is prewired and spliced together pretty much. Joe-Florida has an unconditional lifetime warranty on them as well and gives you his personal phone if you need help on install.

Very easy overall install and great lights for a very low price.

Check em out. He sent me th lights for free to review and will be in Thunderroadstexas magazine in the next month or so.

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Man thats tough. Glad that youre alive though.

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I agree..just ride it back. I would!

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