First test ride!

**GingerMidget** · 17th March 2012, 16:58

First of all, I have to thank Pete! Like, a hundred times. I got a bit distracted by how awesome the GPX was, and lost track of time. Also speed. Multiple times. So, If you were around wellington today, while I quickly figured out the clutch, I'm sorry. If you were also around near the end, I'm sorry again. Must. Not. Speed.

But Wheeeeeeeee

I was grinning like an idiot for Aaaaaages!

**FJRider** · 17th March 2012, 17:10

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

But Wheeeeeeeee

I was grinning like an idiot for Aaaaaages!

A GingerMidget alert for Wellington has been issued ... she has wheels ...

**GingerMidget** · 17th March 2012, 17:19

I've been riding a scooter for a few days now

including at a friends urging, down the friggen gorge cos he didn't want to go the back way through ngaio and stuff from jville.

God that thing hates me. hahahahaha

**FJRider** · 17th March 2012, 17:48

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

I've been riding a scooter for a few days now

including at a friends urging, down the friggen gorge cos he didn't want to go the back way through ngaio and stuff from jville.

God that thing hates me. hahahahaha

When in doubt ... own the road ...

**GingerMidget** · 17th March 2012, 18:00

Originally Posted by FJRider

When in doubt ... own the road ...

Lane splitting. On a scooter. Even I hate me sometimes

**Taz** · 17th March 2012, 18:05

congrats!! .

**FJRider** · 17th March 2012, 18:13

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

Lane splitting. On a scooter. Even I hate me sometimes

You own ... or just test riding ... ???

**xtskinz** · 17th March 2012, 18:39

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

First of all, I have to thank Pete! Like, a hundred times. I got a bit distracted by how awesome the GPX was, and lost track of time. Also speed. Multiple times. So, If you were around wellington today, while I quickly figured out the clutch, I'm sorry. If you were also around near the end, I'm sorry again. Must. Not. Speed.

But Wheeeeeeeee

I was grinning like an idiot for Aaaaaages!

Heheh, nice one. There's always that buzz with any new toy (whether you own it or are test riding!!!) So, did you buy????

**GingerMidget** · 17th March 2012, 18:45

The scooter is a long term loan, i haven't bought the gpx yet. I need to seriously think about finance and other such things. I'm due to get new glasses again too, which means full time glasses. Not what I wanted, but its time I admitted to it.

I really want a naked bike, and I know I won't be fully happy with the gpx. I like it, but I don't love it.

**xtskinz** · 17th March 2012, 18:50

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

The scooter is a long term loan, i haven't bought the gpx yet. I need to seriously think about finance and other such things. I'm due to get new glasses again too, which means full time glasses. Not what I wanted, but its time I admitted to it.

I really want a naked bike, and I know I won't be fully happy with the gpx. I like it, but I don't love it.

Ah. Fun and games trying to get a helmet that works with glasses (sunnies or prescription)

Keep looking for that VTR. You won't regret it (the GPX is a good starter too....) but if you have your hear set on naked, go for it!

I've always found Stew (Stu?) at TSS in Alicetown a good bloke to deal with (nothing against Pete - just never met him :-) )

**FJRider** · 17th March 2012, 18:54

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

I really want a naked bike, and I know I won't be fully happy with the gpx. I like it, but I don't love it.

Does the nakedness arouse you ... ???

Even if it's your first bike ... and not perfect for you ... it could be yours.

Betterer ... and fasterer ... bikes later.

**Bald Eagle** · 17th March 2012, 18:55

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

I was grinning like an idiot for Aaaaaages!

Don't tell me you drank Pete's coffee.

**GingerMidget** · 17th March 2012, 18:57

We all know I <3 naked.

I do have my heart set on the VTR, at a pinch a hornet may be taken instead. I really want a honda. They are lower in the seat, which i'm more comfortable with. So tired and sore now though. Full day of pillion, hooning on the scooter, and playing with the GPX. That, combined with various pulled muscles, and a slightly bung neck means painkillers. and no drinking. on st patricks day. Poooooooooo

**Geeen** · 17th March 2012, 19:19

Are contact lenses an option? I only wear my glasses at night reading. Contacts and a dark visor is awesome. Cool you got a ride today, and I have to agree, Naked is betterer.

**mossy1200** · 17th March 2012, 19:26

Originally Posted by GingerMidget

We all know I <3 naked.

I do have my heart set on the VTR, at a pinch a hornet may be taken instead. I really want a honda. They are lower in the seat, which i'm more comfortable with. So tired and sore now though. Full day of pillion, hooning on the scooter, and playing with the GPX. That, combined with various pulled muscles, and a slightly bung neck means painkillers. and no drinking. on st patricks day. Poooooooooo

if you like nudes what about bandit they handle really well and look good and should be cheaper than a hornet.