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by johnp619
Fri May 23, 2008 3:15 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: First timer needs opinions
Replies: 14
Views: 7134

Thanks. One thing I've heard from people about engine size is that sometimes a bigger bike is easier to control with wind, etc. With my size (about 6'2" and 220) would something around a 500-750 be better than a 250? Eventually as I gain experience I'd move up anyway but while I'm gaining that ...
by johnp619
Wed May 21, 2008 4:08 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: First timer needs opinions
Replies: 14
Views: 7134

Thanks, I'm mainly looking at a cruiser bike as opposed to a sport bike. eBay is a great place to start
by johnp619
Tue May 20, 2008 4:06 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: First timer needs opinions
Replies: 14
Views: 7134

First timer needs opinions

I've never ridden anything beyond a moped on vacation before and while that was interesting I know it doesn't compare. I got my permit already and am taking the BRC in a few weeks. Beyond that I'm not sure what's next though. Getting a bike certainly but I don't know what would make a good first bik...
by johnp619
Tue May 20, 2008 3:56 am
Forum: Local - Motorcycle Rides, Events and Rallies
Topic: Camping in Sturgis
Replies: 0
Views: 3130

Camping in Sturgis

I'm checking out places to camp at Sturgis this year, done the Chip and Glencoe, and saw that the Broken Spoke has a site this year. Pool, no cover for music and some builders on site too.

Is anyone else staying there this year?