What Did I Spy in Tuono Mark's Driveway???

[GoSlow2GoFast]

Yes, it is confirmed... I am TuonoTailChick no more!

I purchased a 1989 Honda CB-1 this morning from Dave at Plaistow Powersports.

So far, I have attracted much attention from the neighbors by riding it in giant circles around the neighborhood. Getting used to being on two wheels and loving it! The bike seems to be perfect for a slow beginner like me. Don't expect to see me on any DucDave rides this season. BUT I may debut the bike at Bike Night in Lowell sometime in the future...

I have attached pics for those interested. The previous owner decided it should be a race bike, hence the plastics. Topping the list of "things" I want to do to the bike is restoring it to its original, more naked look.

Jeeze, the 'rents are always the last to know . Mark must be a heck of a teacher . If someone had told me I might do a ride some day with my son and my DAUGHTER I'd have bet against that. Ride safe...

~pops

[DucDave]

Jeeze, the 'rents are always the last to know . Mark must be a heck of a teacher . If someone had told me I might do a ride some day with my son and my DAUGHTER I'd have bet against that. Ride safe...

~pops

WOW....Thats cool! Howdy 'Pops'!!

Yeah...Mark's a hell of a teacher...but, then, you probably already know that!

And Nick's a pretty good teacher too...cus he's a good learner!

[GoSlow2GoFast]

WOW....Thats cool! Howdy 'Pops'!!

Yeah...Mark's a hell of a teacher...but, then, you probably already know that!

And Nick's a pretty good teacher too...cus he's a good learner!

Well, to be fair, Sarah is a premiere student, so she might make any teacher look good . Although she made me work hard transferring some of my math skills!

Nick does me proud, he's a good rider, it's clearly a passion for him. And I know he appreciates all the support he's gotten here, especially from you Dave. Good stuff.

[mzdagrl]

Congrats on the new bike!!! I think it looks awesome how it is, but then I am not a huge fan of naked bikes. Maybe I will see you at bike night sometime before the season ends?


Alex, significant other ride? When? Where? This sounds like the predecessor to my goal of a "family fun" ride....

[TuonoMark]

Jeeze, the 'rents are always the last to know . Mark must be a heck of a teacher . If someone had told me I might do a ride some day with my son and my DAUGHTER I'd have bet against that. Ride safe...

~pops

That's what happens when you go away for a month... Sarah is a terrific learner and is doing very well. I was definitely nervous in the beginning when Sarah wanted to ride but everyone that has helped her says she has plenty of ability; she just needs a bit more confidence.

[TuonoTailChick]

Jeeze, the 'rents are always the last to know . Mark must be a heck of a teacher . If someone had told me I might do a ride some day with my son and my DAUGHTER I'd have bet against that. Ride safe...

~pops

Well hello there! So far, the bike only goes 35mph... Once I get my speed and confidence up, we can then consider rides! I am very particular about the situations I get myself into... You know, like stopping and turning and all! LOL

[obsolete]

It's all mental block and you just need to build confidence. The more you do the more you will see the bike can do. Learn at your pace and your comfort level.

Carla likes to ride behind me so if she does soemthing silly I have less of a chance to see it but I'm right there and can adjust to her pace and make sure she's safe by keeping a mirror on her.

Good luck and keep at it. The confidence will come.

[Cheese]

It helps to have a little room to run too. Starting, stopping, turning and the usual neighborhood requirements can make riding seem difficult. If you can find a road that has some distance between the stops and starts, that may help increase the "fun" part of riding. I don't mean anything fast, just longer and moderately twisty. Obviously you'll still need to work on skills, but all drills and no play can become overwhelming.

Enjoy!