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new2bikes · 05-21-2010, 11:18 AM

Hello everyone, my name is justin, just began a venture in bikes today, Blue FZ6r should be arriving in an hour or so. Researched for 2 months, took the plunge today. Ready to ride, gotta get some gear this weekend

MikeN02 · 05-21-2010, 11:23 AM

Congrats, always wear gear everytime you ride and ride like every cage doesn't see you.

micigniter · 05-21-2010, 12:04 PM

BE SAFE. Always keep that motherfucker upright when stopping, it likes to twerk if the handlebars are even slightly cocked lol. My right leg and lower back were sore for a week when i had to hulk out to keep the bike from takin a fall at a stop once upon a time ago.

**Diluted** · 05-21-2010, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by micigniter

BE SAFE. Always keep that motherfucker upright when stopping, it like to twerk if the handlebars are even slightly cocked lol. My right leg and lower back was sore for a week when i had to hulk out to keep the bike from takin a fall at a stop one upon a time ago.

LOL! It's funny because it's true, plus your wording was pretty damn good!

new2bikes · 05-21-2010, 02:49 PM

thanks , i plan on taking it slow, finished the MSF course few weeks ago, the bike is peacfully sitting in the garage right now, man im excited but gotta stay calm. i will post pictures once i navigate this site, just joined today. Looking forward to learning alot about bikes and riding in general, very good forum

Detrich · 05-21-2010, 03:04 PM

Congrats! Yah can't stress how important safety is... Seriously...

I'm a newbie too... Did MSF last Xmas and got my bike in Jan... I've been a fairly confident rider EXCEPT when cars drive like they own the road around me and come way too close. It's nerve wracking.

Just Wednesday I had a very minor incident at my work parking garage... Old lady was speeding up the levels and literally flying around the turns... I mean flying... She totally was not looking & was turning wide into the opposing lane. she nearly hit me- despite me having my high beams on & riding slow- ie parking garage speeds. I was ok, but shaken up by the sudden fear & shock that I brain farted and tipped over to my left AFTER she flew by. Bitch didn't even stop to see if I was ok... Luckily, it was just a tip, and my left frame slider took most of it, so not much damage- just very minor scratches on my left handlebar tip edge & left mirror, and rear seat handle. Touched it up with some Forever Black with a Q-tip and it's not very noticeable anymore...

Sometimes the least place u expect to run into trouble is where it hits. I learned that a parking garage is like 10xs more scary than the friggen street. Go figure. =(

new2bikes · 05-21-2010, 03:10 PM

yeah i hear ya, it seems low speeds and parking lots can be the worst. Im 45, and was advised against this but i need some stimulus right now until the business of real estate gets better, this is therapy for me. im going to enjoy it but yes the old ladies and soccer moms scare me too, they are the absolute worst IMO. its all good

Detrich · 05-21-2010, 03:17 PM

Totally... I'm still taking it slow too.. Only just started practicing short freeway runs.

Make sure that your riding clothes (gear)- esp helmet and jacket fit very snug. I made the mistake of buying gear that fit "comfortably.". Then I got on the freeway and the jacket was flapping and my helmet moving. LOL. I recently had to buy new stuff as a result. Lesson learned...

The correct figment is SNUG- ie tight- just not too tight where u can't breathe or lose circulation. But it needs to be snug... =). Hope my exp helps u avoid my mistake...

arkkornkid · 05-21-2010, 03:25 PM

Congratulations... and I'll go ahead and say it: you got the best color, I mean... it is TEAM YAMAHA blue!

calltrex · 05-21-2010, 03:38 PM

order a raised clear windshield right off the bat. good cheap upgrade

05-21-2010, 11:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
new2bikes Junior Member Bike: FZ6R Join Date: May 2010 Location: atlanta Posts: 10 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Its on its way! Hello everyone, my name is justin, just began a venture in bikes today, Blue FZ6r should be arriving in an hour or so. Researched for 2 months, took the plunge today. Ready to ride, gotta get some gear this weekend

05-21-2010, 11:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
MikeN02 Senior Member Bike: 07 YZF R6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,964 Thanks: 276 Thanked 326 Times in 212 Posts	Congrats, always wear gear everytime you ride and ride like every cage doesn't see you. __________________ RIP 07/31/10

05-21-2010, 12:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
micigniter Member Bike: 09 FZ6R Join Date: May 2010 Location: los angeles Posts: 52 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	BE SAFE. Always keep that motherfucker upright when stopping, it likes to twerk if the handlebars are even slightly cocked lol. My right leg and lower back were sore for a week when i had to hulk out to keep the bike from takin a fall at a stop once upon a time ago. Last edited by micigniter; 05-21-2010 at 01:04 PM.

05-21-2010, 03:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
Detrich Senior Member Bike: 2009 Yamaha FZ6-R - Blue, 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 - Blue Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,988 Thanks: 636 Thanked 261 Times in 212 Posts	Congrats! Yah can't stress how important safety is... Seriously... I'm a newbie too... Did MSF last Xmas and got my bike in Jan... I've been a fairly confident rider EXCEPT when cars drive like they own the road around me and come way too close. It's nerve wracking. Just Wednesday I had a very minor incident at my work parking garage... Old lady was speeding up the levels and literally flying around the turns... I mean flying... She totally was not looking & was turning wide into the opposing lane. she nearly hit me- despite me having my high beams on & riding slow- ie parking garage speeds. I was ok, but shaken up by the sudden fear & shock that I brain farted and tipped over to my left AFTER she flew by. Bitch didn't even stop to see if I was ok... Luckily, it was just a tip, and my left frame slider took most of it, so not much damage- just very minor scratches on my left handlebar tip edge & left mirror, and rear seat handle. Touched it up with some Forever Black with a Q-tip and it's not very noticeable anymore... Sometimes the least place u expect to run into trouble is where it hits. I learned that a parking garage is like 10xs more scary than the friggen street. Go figure. =( __________________ 2009 Yamaha FZ6-R - Blue [1.23.2010] - ProGrip CF Tank Protector, Yamaha Blue Seat Cowl, TechSpec SS Tank Grips, Intuitive Racing NC Frame Sliders 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 - Blue [4.9.2011] - ProGrip CF Tank Protector, Yamaha White Seat Cowl, Shogun NC Crash Kit View My Virtual Garage

05-21-2010, 03:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
Detrich Senior Member Bike: 2009 Yamaha FZ6-R - Blue, 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 - Blue Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,988 Thanks: 636 Thanked 261 Times in 212 Posts	Totally... I'm still taking it slow too.. Only just started practicing short freeway runs. Make sure that your riding clothes (gear)- esp helmet and jacket fit very snug. I made the mistake of buying gear that fit "comfortably.". Then I got on the freeway and the jacket was flapping and my helmet moving. LOL. I recently had to buy new stuff as a result. Lesson learned... The correct figment is SNUG- ie tight- just not too tight where u can't breathe or lose circulation. But it needs to be snug... =). Hope my exp helps u avoid my mistake... __________________ 2009 Yamaha FZ6-R - Blue [1.23.2010] - ProGrip CF Tank Protector, Yamaha Blue Seat Cowl, TechSpec SS Tank Grips, Intuitive Racing NC Frame Sliders 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 - Blue [4.9.2011] - ProGrip CF Tank Protector, Yamaha White Seat Cowl, Shogun NC Crash Kit View My Virtual Garage

05-21-2010, 02:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
new2bikes Junior Member Bike: FZ6R Join Date: May 2010 Location: atlanta Posts: 10 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	thanks , i plan on taking it slow, finished the MSF course few weeks ago, the bike is peacfully sitting in the garage right now, man im excited but gotta stay calm. i will post pictures once i navigate this site, just joined today. Looking forward to learning alot about bikes and riding in general, very good forum

05-21-2010, 03:10 PM	#7 (permalink)
new2bikes Junior Member Bike: FZ6R Join Date: May 2010 Location: atlanta Posts: 10 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	yeah i hear ya, it seems low speeds and parking lots can be the worst. Im 45, and was advised against this but i need some stimulus right now until the business of real estate gets better, this is therapy for me. im going to enjoy it but yes the old ladies and soccer moms scare me too, they are the absolute worst IMO. its all good

05-21-2010, 03:25 PM	#9 (permalink)
arkkornkid Senior Member Bike: 2009 TYB FZ6R Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: TNARMS Posts: 349 Thanks: 33 Thanked 71 Times in 55 Posts	Congratulations... and I'll go ahead and say it: you got the best color, I mean... it is TEAM YAMAHA blue! __________________ TYB 2009 Yamaha FZ6R / Silver 2004 Saturn Vue 3.5 V6 / Red 2006 Kawasaki Ninja 250

05-21-2010, 03:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
calltrex Senior Member Bike: FZ6R Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: canada Posts: 153 Thanks: 1 Thanked 21 Times in 16 Posts	order a raised clear windshield right off the bat. good cheap upgrade

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