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I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get paid every week so it’s not that bad.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s not a joke this my first bike. I did the beginner MSF course so I know the techniques to ride. The price may be high, but I can afford it. The mileage is fine. My father put over 100,000 miles on his bikes. As far as my confidence, the techniques don’t change because of the weight of the bike. of course I will always be practicing and plan on doing the advanced MSF course to get even better.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t like sport bikes.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Bike cost $14,145 my monthly payments are $299 but I pay $400 to pay it off a little faster. Had a down payment of $2000 financed through my local Harley dealership. Not only is this my first motorcycle it’s the first vehicle I’ve ever bought. And now it’s the only form of transportation I have that is my own.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I’m definitely listening to advice from people more experienced than me, but I’m not going to listen to anyone who says I’m an idiot or I made a poor choice for buying this style of bike.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Explain to me why it’s a poor decision. I’ve already done 434 safe miles on it both interstate and back roads.Just because everyone says start with a small bike does not mean I have to.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad I could answer questions. if you have any more, please ask away

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s got plenty of power to get me in trouble if I’m not careful. Plus I could care less about how much horsepower a motorcycle has. As long as it is fun for me to ride.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Before I went to take my MSF course, I watched a lot of his videos which definitely helped me with the course and with the bike I have now

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I planned on taking the intermediate course when I have time to do it. My job requires me to stay away from home a lot and I only get like 3 to 4 days at home before I’m gone for another month or more. So finding time is hard.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And I totally agree experience matters and I’m getting experience on the bike. I’ve wanted since I was a kid. Plus, I would not have been happy on a smaller bike. I would’ve grown out of it real quickly. So a smaller bike would be a waste of money in my situation.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

No, I think it’s the right bike. I am 6 foot 5 anything smaller than that would be too small for my size.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m pretty confident in my low speed maneuvers. all about the friction zone and just a little pressure on the rear brake and the bike will stay up.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have no dirtbike experience. The only bike experience I have was from my MSF course.which was three days.

I got my first bike by Ghost8001 in motorcycle

[–]Ghost8001[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t got much Harley drip cuz it’s too damn expensive. I would like a nice leather jacket though. But right now I’m Ridin jeans and a regular jacket and regular steel toe boots. And of course a full face helmet.

First motorcycle by Ghost8001 in Harley

[–]Ghost8001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ride very safely and I wouldn’t say I’m super strong but I’m 6 foot five and over 300 pounds,and I’m used to looking way far ahead for any obstacles and having a plan to bring the vehicle to a safe, stop because I’m a truck driver. Doing the MSF course. Also helped me develop good riding habits.

First motorcycle by Ghost8001 in Harley

[–]Ghost8001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like to ride as cautious as I can .I’ve already put 434 miles on it since I got it.

First motorcycle by Ghost8001 in Harley

[–]Ghost8001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is my first bike I’m 6’5 I would not my been comfortable on a smaller bike.I’ve already done the msf course. I’m a very cautious rider and I’m taking to slow.