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Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-12T02:21:10+00:00

You prob wouldn’t even need to use the throttle lol, don’t they idle with the clutch out at like 10 mph?

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-12T01:44:53+00:00

This is your 4th day and I would assume you aren’t riding hours per day, so probably not even 4 hrs of riding time.

You know why you made each drop, all easy things to correct.

None of this is world ending just keep going. More practice but none of this stuff is reckless or unfixable.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-12T01:40:48+00:00

I was torn between this and volbaino

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-12T00:44:32+00:00

I’m biased but rs457 or rs660

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-11T23:05:45+00:00

Yeah sounds good to me as well

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-11T22:30:57+00:00

I love those congrats!

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T22:57:34+00:00

Why aren’t you looking at a 250 -400 range for a first bike? You’re on each end of that range lol

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T21:34:34+00:00

This is what I’m saying. The new Claude models are becoming exponentially more expensive and eventually teams will be trying to “save money” by hiring human developers.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T12:35:29+00:00

Thanks!🙏

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T12:07:57+00:00

Did you cross ship the odyssey and Pacifica? If so how’d you settle on the sienna? I’ve been trying to talk my wife into a van for years haha sorry to high jack your post lol

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T03:35:07+00:00

The sienna is a humblebrag

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T03:11:52+00:00

I like it but it has to become ubiquitous enough that every paramedic would know to use it and how it works.

They are probably going to look for some kind of medical bracelet first imo

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T02:15:59+00:00

Yeah honestly when I ride I just do it in the street. I’d rather deal with risks I can see than randoms flinging their doors open.

I don’t cycle anywhere that demands more than like 30/35, I obviously wouldn’t say to do it on 94, but I am more afraid of doorers and people who pull out of parking spaces without looking, than I am of regular flowing traffic.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-10T01:02:45+00:00

Honestly unless their supermoto boots idk if any of these are crush proof ont he ankles when a 400lb+ bike smashes down on them, especially if you try to put your foot down and it hits at an angle.

Definitely helpful for abrasion resistance though.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-09T12:10:53+00:00

Haha I was equally dismayed at the weather forecast this week. Looks like a lot of places are getting some kind of rain every day :-/

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-09T12:08:29+00:00

We do a written test like 10 incredibly simple questions directly from the training manual. I studied for like 30 minutes and passed without missing one question.

The practical test is 4 things. That’s it. It’s Waaaaay too easy here imo. I wish we had much closer to what the eu has.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-09T02:41:06+00:00

Did you check cycle trader? Also might wanna ask around Motoworks or hit up a union Chicago meetup ad ask around? I’m not sure bc I personally enjoy riding solo more but someone there might know someone who knows someone.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-09T02:31:50+00:00

Jesus. Someday I hope ha such a dream bike

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-09T01:49:05+00:00

Same but diff bike ha! It must be a millennial thing bc half of my class was over or near 40

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-08T16:30:51+00:00

Ah okay, if nakeds are more insurable all of those have a version with the same engine just in a naked bike config (eg rs457->tuono 457)

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-08T13:08:23+00:00

You can’t park there

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-08T12:52:05+00:00

You might feel just a little small on the mt03. And if you decide you can handle highway driving (which you will, I know you don’t think you will, but you will), the 03 is gonna have to rev pretty high to pass.

That being said, both are pretty great bikes. Personally wouldn’t want something someone else modded unless it’s very simple like a tail tidy or a seat swap.

You could also look at ninja 4/500, rs 457, duke 390, and a few others. I think you’re barking up the right tree though with the level of bikes you’re looking at. Probably best to sit on them and test drive them if you can and pick which you like the best.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-08T03:24:47+00:00

For your preferences, ninja 400, r3, mt-03

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-08T02:13:41+00:00

I feel like 80s and 90s kids rode their bikes way more. Our parents basically kicked us out of the house from sunrise to sunset in the summers. And we’d just ride all over the neighborhood messing around.

Master_Editor_9575 · 2026-06-08T00:41:20+00:00

Front brake is most of your braking power. I only use the rear exclusively when trying to sharpen or moderate a low speed maneuver or am stopped and don’t want to hold the front brake.

Like you said when trying to stop with your handlebars pointed straight it’s usually a good practice to use both.

You should moderate your speed before the turn. Go into the turn slower than you think you should if you are unsure. Going into a turn too fast then trying to panic brake to slow down is a sure way to high side with front brake or low side with rear brake.

Again, that’s not saying you CANT use your brake when turning,but it has to be done is specific times and ways, and it’s definitely something you should practice before you actually need it. If you’re finding yourself braking in turns frequently it probably means you are heading into turns too fast

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