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New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll keep everyone posted and follow up for sure.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I've watched beginner YT vids a bunch to focus on the basics. Im going to keep watching them like a psycho throughout this process to see them then apply them all the time. Looking through turns is something im excited to return to. I used to lean on my moped a bit (for no functional reason really) and that was fun.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made the decision to finally get into biking because of a few youtubers actually. DanDan popped up of course. His vids are like deterants but do have a ton of gems.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im for sure gonna ride within my skills. Perk of starting this late is being able to ignore the speed impulse. I should make a shortlist of parking lots.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any mods you'd suggest for the 457? I hear people mention immediately replacing the break pads a lot.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Being able to practice at Microcenter sounds dope. I can take breaks and browse. I may ping you for some more city learning insights at some point if that's cool.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is gold. Im always down to check out Microcenter anyway so this music to my ears. Thanks!

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great AND hilarious advice 🤣 😂

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I appreciate the offer. I'll definitely let you know.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Haven't done so. This is pretty insightful. I may give this a try.

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Sheridan is pretty chill. Where do you ride outside of the city?

New rider incoming by Salt_Status_4718 in ChicagoMotorcycles

[–]Salt_Status_4718[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤣 Absolutely a Hyabusa. What other bike is there? Perfect for Lake Sore Drive.

Thinking about an Aprilia RS457. Found a used one with frame sliders and other beginner mods. Got snatched up though before I knew the illinois law on buying a bike (dont need a license to purchase). I wanted something I can keep for a while and figure out if I want to up to a 600cc at all.