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Post by ccprof on Sept 6, 2010 5:51:08 GMT -6
I like that! Way to go.
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Post by ccprof on Sept 6, 2010 5:48:03 GMT -6
Tonya - you may find it helpful to do this in steps. Slow speeds around the neighborhood and parking lots if you can. When you're comfortable with that move to bigger roads with higher speed limits. Time your rides for off peak hours like evenings or Sunday mornings. Go a little farther and longer as you get the hang of it. Plan your ride to avoid problems
Like Wolfie just said - proper safety gear and ride like the cagers can't see you.
Safe ride to you!
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Post by ccprof on Sept 5, 2010 14:41:14 GMT -6
It was definitely cold here and we had 40 - 50 mph winds at times.
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Post by ccprof on Sept 4, 2010 5:47:28 GMT -6
Saw that in this morning's paper. I was focused on the hurricane and missed the quake. I was worried about you until I logged in. Be safe my friend and keep us posted!
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Post by ccprof on Sept 3, 2010 5:09:43 GMT -6
Tonya - don't get yourself all depressed because you CAN ride that thing. Lots of women are riding big cruising and touring bikes so a 250 is nothing compared to them. You didn't just get on that bicycle and go and the scoot's going to be the same. Like JR says - get out and practice. Remember, that scoot has a minimum speed at which it becomes stable - maybe at about 10 mph. Turns are probably the trickiest when you're first learning and represent a big hazard. Left turns are probably the hardest because you're probably leaning to the left. The MSF course will teach you proper turning technique including stops. SLOW down (works from a dead stop) LOOK through the turn to where you want go. PRESS the handlebars in the direction you want to go. Gently ROLL back on the throttle - give gas. Pretty soon you'll be leaning the bike a little as you go.
I just about wiped out on the first couple stops until I learned how to turn. You'll get the hang of it quickly.
Question - are you able to get both feet on the ground when you're stopped? Some women are a little on the short side for their seats. If you can't flat foot, consider getting the seat cut down and/or wearing shoes with thick soles.
Where do you live? There may be other riders who can give you a little coaching.
By the way - welcome and nice looking scoot!
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Post by ccprof on Sept 3, 2010 4:52:40 GMT -6
Don't forget clothing with visibility enhancements!
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Post by ccprof on Sept 1, 2010 12:32:22 GMT -6
The Bondo stuck on mine but it didn't sick well to the bottle cap. Epoxy putty might be a better idea.
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Post by ccprof on Sept 1, 2010 12:01:34 GMT -6
Josh - about that broken "stud" for the fork cover. You might try what I just did. Find a plastic bottle cap that's close to the right size. Epoxy it on to the broken part, I used Lock-tite expoxy Use some Bondo to fill it out some. When it's dry, carefully drill a hole for the bolt.
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Post by ccprof on Aug 31, 2010 5:36:34 GMT -6
Clarification here everybody - my wife hurt her hip on Memorial Day and I was taking her for an MRI when the Benz backed into me. She wasn't hurt in the accident. Rich - what kind of vehicle hit your patient?
Warning to all - if they can't see a big SUV in the backup camera, they sure can't see us on scoots!
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Post by ccprof on Aug 30, 2010 17:16:15 GMT -6
Amen to that - sharp!
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Post by ccprof on Aug 30, 2010 5:46:52 GMT -6
My old hunting partner's wife was some kind of major big shot in Mary Kay. I thought that I was going to die of embarrassment the day he picked me up to go hunting in a pink Cadillac. Nope - blue is the color for me.
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Post by ccprof on Aug 29, 2010 6:32:47 GMT -6
Me too! Strawberry shake is better than "Pink Squirrel".
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Post by ccprof on Aug 28, 2010 6:02:26 GMT -6
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Post by ccprof on Aug 26, 2010 5:19:59 GMT -6
Guys - It's our DUTY to educate the masses!
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Post by ccprof on Aug 25, 2010 5:27:05 GMT -6
I've been kind of busy and missed your post - welcome!
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