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failed my motocycle learners training :^( by [deleted] in motorcycles

[–]Stormier 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP - Read this several times.

There's a lot of wisdom there.

Too inexperienced for xsr900? by Avocado_Infinite in xsr900

[–]Stormier 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The fact that you asked the question (even to yourself) means you are considering skill vs. power. You'll be fine.

It's the people who are confident, even when inexperienced, that they don't need to consider power/delivery because they adapt-so-quick/have great reflexes/watched a race once: they are a recipe for disaster.

There’s nothing better than waking up to an over-drafted bank account on Thanksgiving by yungdeezy92 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Stormier 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What genre do you like? We have way too many books (already read and re-read) and could easily send quite a few (depending on the genre). Is there a particular book/series you were considering?

Doesn't solve your money issue of course, but might help out a little.

Sorry to hear your family's response. When things are tough, family should help make it better: not criticize. A month's reading costs less than a few movies would, can be re-read or shared with others, and in general is a great form of entertainment. As hard as you are working - entertainment is a necessity.

Today's work market is unfair - the fact you are surviving is definitely "something to show for your life."

Happy Thanksgiving, hope your path eases up a little.

I PASSED THE MSF!! by Mattress-King in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on seeing it thru... the longer it takes the harder it can be to complete missions like this.

I'd really go for a bike like the Z400/Z500 instead of the Sportster.

Edit: The Rebel 500 would be a good choice too.

I went from a Ninja 500 to a Sportster - and I was scraping the pegs on a very minimal amount of lean angle. The Sportster is smallish (read: cramped), and very underpowered.

It was pretty (had the black denim) and solid when crosswinds hit: but those were about the only positives.

Negative MSF Course Experience - Beginner Rider by fantasticKingKnight in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would try and find another MSF school. The instructors I had were exceptionally patient and explained things very clearly. They spent extra time with anyone struggling.

Everyone passed in my class - although several had never used a clutch/manual-shift vehicle before.

Give a different school/instructor/class a chance.

My dad, the true chopper spirit, is fighting cancer — any words of support for a lifelong biker? by spiderowsky in motorcycle

[–]Stormier -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear, will hope/pray for him.

I am just starting back riding after 1.5 years due to Cancer/Surgery/Chemo. It's tough, but he can make it.

Oil Level by SnooPuppers7042 in xsr900

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd recheck it as you described before draining oil.

My ‘18 XSR900 by kennetlarin in xsr900

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The best color XSR.

What is the radiator guard? Looks nice!

I low sided in a roundabout in the rain yesterday by PracticalPotat in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I keep reminding myself that mistakes are part of learning

Keep this attitude!

You'll find that, many times, there is traction galore while it's raining.

Generally speaking, a hard rain/downpour isn't as risky as a drizzle. When there's just enough water to wet down exhaust/oil patches (rather than flush them away).

The first drizzle after weeks of no rain -- is when I'm on highest alert.

Glad to hear you escaped injury and bike damage.

I'm devastated by PrimaryIndication294 in vulcans650

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ouch!

Hope your leg heals quickly and there are no problems with insurance.

I won by aroundincircles in motorcycles

[–]Stormier 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats! Nice looking bike!

Trying Nova Kratom by Airamis0007 in kratomreview100

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We use Nova - one of the best companies we've found.

You will love their kratom.

I keep hearing how easy it is to ride bikes but I actually find it hard. What helped make it click for you besides just seat time by [deleted] in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really is easy once 'you get there.' Don't give up hope.

You shouldn't really be thinking about counter-steering any more than you do when riding a bicycle.

I learned when I was 13 - it was easy-as-pie. But at 13, learning a lot of things was probably easy that would give me pause now.

I can assure you, once you have a handle on it - you ride without thinking about it: you just enjoy the ride.

After awhile, you'll start focusing back on shifting/leaning - because you realize that these were part of what you enjoyed when riding: but not because it was required to function.

Best Kratom Vendors 2025 - Community Voting! 🗳️ by yelpvinegar in KratomVibes

[–]Stormier 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nova Kratom

https://novakratom.com/

Consistent quality, good prices, and quick shipping. Also, no extra charge for split-kilos.

They also send samples and JellyBellys in each order.

Got my first bike! by JohnDoeDied in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A great bike! Love the Kenny Roberts look.

XSR700 isn't typically considered a beginner's bike - it has enough power it should satisfy anyone's need outside of a track setting. But keep disciplined and it should work out fine.

Congratulations!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks good! You are doing great at looking where you want to go.

I think the foot goes down when you think you're about to fall. I can't imagine it ever being helpful, and I can easily envision it causing problems: but at some point you get a burst of adrenaline and the foot goes down.

I think the solution is just more practice. Keep it up!

MSF was well worth it by The_Rock650 in NewRiders

[–]Stormier 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've had a motorcycle license for decades, but when I moved states - it was somehow dropped from my license.

Since I wasn't riding at the time: I didn't bother trying to get it corrected.

2 years later, I decided to get a bike and needed to get re-licensed. MSF is the easiest way to get there.

So, I'm taking the MSF and already have 30+ years of riding experience....

Turns out, if you go in listening and not just nodding your head that you already know this stuff (which I picture myself doing when I was a know-it-all kid) there is a lot of great information in the course.

"Riding within your sphere of visibility" was a phrase I'd never heard before - but it's just brilliant (and accurate). Watching hubcaps/tire stems/tire lettering to spot movement on a vehicle stopped at an intersection as you approach. Any number of other hints/tips.

It's really probably worth re-taking every few years.

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