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by SilverMist
Tue Jan 17, 2006 3:04 pm
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Confidence Problem and Throttle Control Issue (Long)
Replies: 12
Views: 4808

The one thing I haven't done is go back to the crash site. I really need to do that to get over this. I've rode pillion with my husband a few times since the crash, but it's not the same as actually riding yourself. nike, I do know how you feel. Even though the weather's been so mild in the DFW area...
by SilverMist
Sun Jan 15, 2006 7:54 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Confidence Problem and Throttle Control Issue (Long)
Replies: 12
Views: 4808

Thanks everyone for the advice. I am a firm believer in practice makes perfect. It was a shame that this happened so early in my riding career. It really shook me up. The MSF courses are great and I strongly encourage anyone looking to ride to do them, but they give you a false sense of security. Lu...
by SilverMist
Sat Jan 14, 2006 12:30 pm
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Confidence Problem and Throttle Control Issue (Long)
Replies: 12
Views: 4808

Confidence Problem and Throttle Control Issue (Long)

I've been a lurking on this board for a few months and have a question for my fellow newbies who have dropped their bikes. I took both the Motorcycling 101 and the regular MSF course. I passed it and got my official motorcycle license from the DMV. A month later I purchased my first bike, a Honda 59...