Welp, I'm gettin a Harley

[nchristie]

Congrats on the new ride. Sounds like a good deal.

Advice? Sign up for and do a track day - goes for EVERYONE who rides. Yea, I know - "I'm not interested in racing" and "I been riding xx years and I know what I'm doing" and "b;ah-blah-blah." BS. At a track day:
1) NO cars, SUV's, 18-wheelers, etc swapping lanes.
2) Everyone is going the same direction - no oncoming traffic.
3) You can begin to learn the loimits of your bike - so when / if you need to approach them on the street, you can.
4) Professional good riders to help you.
5) You're in full protective gear.
6) If all else fails, there is an EMT crew right there at the track.

I have seen HD 1200's and such at the track - just ride your own ride and LEARN STUFF.

THere are several round - but a decent one is www.ridesmart.info

And get food gear - that fits. Heads come in different shapes (oval, round, wide, etc.) - so find a helmet that fits your head. Boots, too (some are on a racing last - narrow, but others are wider in the same sizes). GLoves. Jacket and pants. Back protector.

So take it seriously - and be a professional. Enjoy it!

Neil

 

[gatorgirl]

I have a 2003 anniversary sportster but my husband rides a mans harley?

Victoria

 

[gatorgirl]

Since this is my first post I guess I should let everyone know i am just joking hope my sense of humor fits here

 

[matefrio]

Since this is my first post I guess I should let everyone know i am just joking hope my sense of humor fits here

Welcome

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[ROGER4314]

i am just joking hope my sense of humor fits here

Nope, these guys are all stone faced and dead serious....snicker. I just hope you can take a razzing!

Flash

 

[NightTrainHD]

Oh man, first post.I was the sportbike guy as well. Went from an R1 to an 09 NightTrain (hence the user name) Never thought I would be the HArley guy but man I do love this bike.