MSF RULES!!!!
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MSF RULES!!!!
Just got done with my first weekend of lessons. I got another to go, but this class is great. I didnt know jack about riding bikes, and now I can ride one! I can start, stop, shift, turn, swerve, etc.
Now I need to find a decent bike for 2 grand to practice on after Im done with the class.
Now I need to find a decent bike for 2 grand to practice on after Im done with the class.
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Re: (EngineNoO9)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EngineNoO9 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">they have yours over several weekends? great class though 
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Yeah, mine starts this coming weekend. 2 consecutive fridays 6-9pm for classroom, 2 consecutive sundays like 11-4pm for riding.
</TD></TR></TABLE>Yeah, mine starts this coming weekend. 2 consecutive fridays 6-9pm for classroom, 2 consecutive sundays like 11-4pm for riding.
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I had this weekend, and next weekend. Theyre usually 3 days straight but my dates are like this for some reason.
2 G's im looking for a 250 or 500. I have seen some gs500 for under 2
2 G's im looking for a 250 or 500. I have seen some gs500 for under 2
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Where do you keep your left foot on the shifter when cruising?
under the shifter, over the shifter?
the guy said he rests the toe on the peg level with the shifter since hes a dirt guy and they could hurt their foot in the trails with bump and stuff.
also do you blip the throttle to shift smoothly like in cars?
I had some trouble getting into upper gears and then I revved a bit in it went in.
but that could be because I was going so slow since there were bikes ahead.
under the shifter, over the shifter?
the guy said he rests the toe on the peg level with the shifter since hes a dirt guy and they could hurt their foot in the trails with bump and stuff.
also do you blip the throttle to shift smoothly like in cars?
I had some trouble getting into upper gears and then I revved a bit in it went in.
but that could be because I was going so slow since there were bikes ahead.
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I keep my left foot on the footpeg. Move your foot only when needed (to shift).
You CAN blip the throttle when downshifting, but you could also let out the clutch real slow.
The trouble with your bike's shifting could be the bike itself. You just need to give it a good hard shift.
You CAN blip the throttle when downshifting, but you could also let out the clutch real slow.
The trouble with your bike's shifting could be the bike itself. You just need to give it a good hard shift.
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Re: MSF RULES!!!! (Mjfan12)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mjfan12 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Just got done with my first weekend of lessons. I got another to go, but this class is great. I didnt know jack about riding bikes, and now I can ride one! I can start, stop, shift, turn, swerve, etc.
Now I need to find a decent bike for 2 grand to practice on after Im done with the class.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Please bare in mind that the MSF prepares you only in the most BASIC manner of riding... if you are planning on going out in public, keep in mind you have MUCH MORE to learn which includes survivability and if your so inclined performance riding.
Now I need to find a decent bike for 2 grand to practice on after Im done with the class.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Please bare in mind that the MSF prepares you only in the most BASIC manner of riding... if you are planning on going out in public, keep in mind you have MUCH MORE to learn which includes survivability and if your so inclined performance riding.
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Re: MSF RULES!!!! (MSchu)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MSchu »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Please bare in mind that the MSF prepares you only in the most BASIC manner of riding... if you are planning on going out in public, keep in mind you have MUCH MORE to learn which includes survivability and if your so inclined performance riding.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes things are diff. going from a parking lot to actual traffic around you.
I finished my MSF a month or so ago. But Im still taking it very easy on the streets and getting used to the bike I ride.
Yes things are diff. going from a parking lot to actual traffic around you.
I finished my MSF a month or so ago. But Im still taking it very easy on the streets and getting used to the bike I ride.
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2g's can get you a decent bike in good working condition. I found a Seca II with 16k miles for my friend for $1050. He's been riding it for about a year and is going to sell it for profit still.
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Re: (Mjfan12)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mjfan12 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I know real traffic is different.
how does one learn to drive the streets? just by experience?
what are some good books on street riding?</TD></TR></TABLE>
You hook up with experienced riders, do this by being modest and interested in the inherent experience that comes with riding over time(I'm talking years or decades)
how does one learn to drive the streets? just by experience?
what are some good books on street riding?</TD></TR></TABLE>
You hook up with experienced riders, do this by being modest and interested in the inherent experience that comes with riding over time(I'm talking years or decades)
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http://www.nvcc.edu/alexandria/moto/BRC.htm
We have no more MSF courses in VA. It's called BRC now.
We have no more MSF courses in VA. It's called BRC now.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Home Skillet »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.nvcc.edu/alexandria/moto/BRC.htm
We have no more MSF courses in VA. It's called BRC now. </TD></TR></TABLE>
FWIW, they never were "MSF" courses per se, just endorsed by the MSF with certified MSF instructors. I've fairly certain this is still true since MSF calls the course BRC (Basic RiderCourse) and they provide the materials for the course.
http://nm.msf-usa.org/msf/ride...0Info
We have no more MSF courses in VA. It's called BRC now. </TD></TR></TABLE>
FWIW, they never were "MSF" courses per se, just endorsed by the MSF with certified MSF instructors. I've fairly certain this is still true since MSF calls the course BRC (Basic RiderCourse) and they provide the materials for the course.
http://nm.msf-usa.org/msf/ride...0Info
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