New/Old Biker here
Posted: Sun Dec 10, 2006 6:21 am
Hello, everybody!
This is my first post on the message board! I've been reading quite a few of the posts, and am impressed by the breadth of the knowledge people have.
I guess I'm new to motorbikes, not a lot of miles ridden, but bikes of all kinds are my passion. Mountain biking in the steep and deep (forests) of British Columbia, 80 mile sponsored cycle rides in London, UK, and now trying to find a way to stay on two wheels during my prolonged stay in the Middle East.
I did my UK 'A' license in about a month. Direct Access was great, and tested inside the M25 motorway. London has its challenges, but I'd ride there year long. It's busy, but cars are used to dealing with bikes. (some might disagree)
To stay on two wheels here, over the next couple of years, is going to be a big compromise one way or another. I won't get into it here...
I've ridden Honda's only so far: CG125, CB500, CBR600F.
I love bikes of all kinds, and could pick out a new motorbike in a heartbeat. Triumph 1050 Tiger, Honda 919, BMW F800, Yamaha MT-01, Yamaha FZ-1, Suzuki SV1000. Many different kinds I know, and lots to be aware of, but a man can dream can't he?
So, hello to all, and I'll be reading a lot, but writing a little.
Ed
This is my first post on the message board! I've been reading quite a few of the posts, and am impressed by the breadth of the knowledge people have.
I guess I'm new to motorbikes, not a lot of miles ridden, but bikes of all kinds are my passion. Mountain biking in the steep and deep (forests) of British Columbia, 80 mile sponsored cycle rides in London, UK, and now trying to find a way to stay on two wheels during my prolonged stay in the Middle East.
I did my UK 'A' license in about a month. Direct Access was great, and tested inside the M25 motorway. London has its challenges, but I'd ride there year long. It's busy, but cars are used to dealing with bikes. (some might disagree)
To stay on two wheels here, over the next couple of years, is going to be a big compromise one way or another. I won't get into it here...
I've ridden Honda's only so far: CG125, CB500, CBR600F.
I love bikes of all kinds, and could pick out a new motorbike in a heartbeat. Triumph 1050 Tiger, Honda 919, BMW F800, Yamaha MT-01, Yamaha FZ-1, Suzuki SV1000. Many different kinds I know, and lots to be aware of, but a man can dream can't he?
So, hello to all, and I'll be reading a lot, but writing a little.
Ed
to the forums! Just so you know, I'm completely with you on the FZ and the SV, although it's seating is a little too sportbike for me personally. Anyway, why are you in the middle east, london, bc? Military? Welcome no matter what though!
