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Returning Rider

  1. 08-16-22, 07:10 AM #1
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    Cool Returning Rider

    Hey everyone,

    I rode about 15 years (ish) ago and have recently returned to riding. Life has finally made this possible and I am excited. I recently bought a 2001 Suzuki Intruder 1500 and I absolutely LOVE this bike.

    Over the last month or so I have been progressively riding more often and working on my skills. My short-term goal is to get the U-Turns and figure 8 down so that I can get licensed. I do have a few friends who are providing guidance and mentorship, but I am always looking to learn more.


    I look forward to learning here and sharing what I can when I can. Thanks for having me.

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  2. 08-16-22, 07:52 AM #2
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Welcome!

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  3. 08-16-22, 07:52 AM #3
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    Re: Returning Rider

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    Welcome!
    Thank you @xrocket21 !

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  4. 08-16-22, 08:11 AM #4
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Welcome aboard! You're in a great area for riding!

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  5. 08-16-22, 08:14 AM #5
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Welcome back to two wheels! If you haven't taken the MSF basic rider course, or it's been a long time, it's worth taking. Not only does it allow you to get your license without testing in front of a Trooper, but it gives you all the practice doing those figure 8s and u turns on someone else's bike.

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  6. 08-16-22, 08:23 AM #6
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Quote Originally Posted by golden chicken View Post
    Welcome back to two wheels! If you haven't taken the MSF basic rider course, or it's been a long time, it's worth taking. Not only does it allow you to get your license without testing in front of a Trooper, but it gives you all the practice doing those figure 8s and u turns on someone else's bike.
    Also taking the MSF provides you with professional instructions, not just from "a friend that's been riding forever"

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  7. 08-16-22, 08:45 AM #7
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    Re: Returning Rider

    I feel attacked. I just taught my wife to ride and she got her license…. And I recommend the MSF course


    Welcome!

    I love Suzukis!

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  8. 08-16-22, 10:24 AM #8
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    Welcome
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  9. 08-16-22, 10:37 AM #9
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Thank you all for the warm welcome and the advice!! I am looking into the course now and will be registering as soon as the funds are available.

    Man, I really like this board.

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  10. 08-16-22, 11:03 AM #10
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Quote Originally Posted by SwiftTone View Post
    Also taking the MSF provides you with professional instructions, not just from "a friend that's been riding forever"
    "professional"

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  11. 08-16-22, 12:26 PM #11
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Quote Originally Posted by BrettG View Post
    ... I am looking into the course now and will be registering as soon as the funds are available.
    For a few dollars more, check out RIDER TRAINING here:

    https://www.ridinginthezone.com/

    Great articles, too. He (Ken Condon) is based in Ashfield MA


    PS -- check out his articles and blog for info on low speed cornering etc.

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  12. 08-17-22, 07:44 AM #12
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    Re: Returning Rider

    Quote Originally Posted by golden chicken View Post
    "professional"

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