"my first bike and its a buell"

[Mizzle39]

Here it is, The long awaited picture of "my first bike and its a buell".
I had said I would post a pic when I could reach a computer as oppose to my Ipad.

 

[Enemy Zero]

Great looking bike. Congrats! I'm sure you'll love it. [up]

 

[djs2k2]

Nice pic looks like a photo shoot.

 

[sky56]

Nice pic and nice bike. Congrats!!!

 

[MrFantastic22]

Congrats!

 

[Kiwibuell]

Welcome to the dark side!!

 

[Quadrajet]

Looks great, I love the orange plastics!

 

[go cytocis]

Congratulations! 
Conventional wisdom is that beginners start on nothing larger than a 650 so that their focus is on developing technique rather than wrestling with a large bike. But if you've taken a rider training course, wear the proper gear, and ride sober, you are statistically 95% of the way to enjoying a life long love affair with this great sport!

 

[Gloomshadow]

yes, if that's your first bike make sure everything is set up right.. make sure youre on the right suspension settings for your weight and watch your ass. Stay alert and keep your head on a swivel. Get as much instruction from good sources as you can and train as much as you can. Those first two years are some of the most dangerous years in a riders career. Invest in good body armor. Go for Icon Stryker.

 

[jaindesi]

I am thinking about getting this product for summer/fall/spring type jacket
http://store.demonunited.com/Demon_FlexForce_Pro_Top_p/ds1650.htm

Yes this brand makes stuff for other sports like skiing and skateboarding but looking at the all the padding this jacket has its perfect for motorcycle riding.

 

[50dro]

Welcome to your new addiction! Looks like you found yourself a nice unmolested Buell...Time to start the molesting!

I agree with what the others have said. Be careful and take your time and you should be fine. Wear your gear ALWAYS! You never know when the unfortunate event could happen.

If (when ) the mod bug gets you please have a look at our site for some goodies...Some of which will protect your bike against a spill. If there's anything we can help you with please ask...Lots of knowledgeable people her always ready to help out a fellow Bueller.

Ride safe!

5-0dro
www.5-0dro.com

 

[go cytocis]

Yes this brand makes stuff for other sports like skiing and skateboarding but looking at the all the padding this jacket has its perfect for motorcycle riding.

I snowboard, dual-sport ride, and mountain bike too, so I have plenty of protective armoured gear in the closet. Sometimes I end up using a garnment designed for one sport, for another. Something to keep in mind however is that outter wear which is not specifically designed for motorcycling on-road generally does not have the abrasion-resistance to stand up to asphalt.

That Demon armoured top looks like it would work if you wore it under a leather or kevlar shell though.

 

[Gloomshadow]

yeah that Demon isn't slippery enough to wear on the outside..it would vaporize on asphalt. If you invest more you could get a Icon Contra that would give a lot more protection, then you could get a pair of Knox shin/knee guards. You will more than make up the difference in price with just doctors bills, pain and suffering alone.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/906/23853/ITEM/Icon-Contra-Jacket.aspx

http://www.jazzmotorsports.com/knox...-318900.html?gclid=CL20ouej2rkCFUhk7AodYlUAmA

 

[jaindesi]

Thanks Gloomshadow....I'll stay away from Demon jacket for riding. I liked the look and fit of the jacket. I'll look for something else.

 

[Gloomshadow]

youre looking for something out of woven nylon .. it breathes real well and it just kinda lubricates you down the road when you go down... you slide right off road and into the grass.. you don't want anything with "grip"... you don't want any drag.

 

[yellowcarbon]

Buy quality gear, it is worth it and saves you money in the long run. I bought a Vanson perforated leather jacket for $500 over 12 years ago. I have gone through 5 or 6 textile jackets before finally buying a good one (Aerostich Darien). I spent more on the cheap jackets than on the cost of one really good one. I finally bought some Motoport kevlar mesh pants and can't believe I waited this long. Get good gear, it last, fits better and offers better protection then even the medium grade stuff.

 

[Gloomshadow]

oh yeah, Vanson is good shit.. listen to the man. Medium grade offers one thing though and that's variety... its a way of having 3-4 different jackets without costing as much. Also, location is important. I live in Florida, you cant wear a jacket here in the summer, it would kill you.... I like that Icon Stryker for the summer,, and I wear it under my textile in the winter..