My first bike. So proud! [Archive]

danielle

12th May 2009, 19:23

HEY there, Just thought ild introduce myself

Just got my first bike, FXR150. I dont have my license yet but should have it by next weekend. Ive had two rides on it, one in the backyard in the country in the whops, and the other in a empty car park. Ive nearly got all my gear (still depressed i cant ride the dang thing).

Did i mention i love the bike?! i love that its only a 150cc, but looks gutsy and goes faster than my boyfriends old gn(i dont know that for sure, but i presume it does=)).

Ive also had all the shit from family, friends etc saying "should i say goodbye now" or "your f**king stupid", but its my life and its something i have to do for myself. Although i understand the risks, im not assuming im immune to crashing either.

So just thought ild tell you my story and introduce myself:sweatdrop

=)

YellowDog

12th May 2009, 19:30

Great news and congrats on the new bike.

The family will come round when they see how well you are doing.

Have fun and stay safe.

Grumpy

12th May 2009, 19:32

Congrats and welcome to the fold.:scooter:

Gremlin

12th May 2009, 19:34

Good on you... anyone asking about saying good bye etc, ask them with wide eyes, did they plan to live forever? :blink:

danielle

12th May 2009, 19:43

hahaha will do!

Choco

12th May 2009, 19:53

Congrats on the bike!
Learn to ride safe and enjoy yourself! :woohoo:

caseye

12th May 2009, 20:00

Have Fun and Ride safe.Treat everyone else out there like thye're the devil coming to gethca! Congratulations on the new bike, listen to what the old heads around here have to tell you and all will be well.

steelestring

12th May 2009, 20:01

Awesome stuff! Enjoy it!:Punk:

Trudes

12th May 2009, 20:11

Hi Danielle welcome to KB and biking. Tell your friends and family who don't understand to "Get a perm", the time for biking is upon us! Enjoy the freedom, ride safe out there! :)

Sidewinder

12th May 2009, 20:15

hahaha will do!

haha dont listen to these guys there all pussys! most bins wins! run from the cops(maybe on a bigger bike tho!)
but nice to see another girl on a bike!

AllanB

12th May 2009, 20:29

Good call.

Have fun and wear lots of tight leather...........

bykee

12th May 2009, 20:29

Good for a start, then you want bigger and faster, by then you are sorta capable, then you have a bad ride day, you need to recognise this, stop, pull yourself together, and carry on.

Enjoy the riding, the company, and the parties, keep your rubber on the road.

Don't drink and ride.............................................. ................................

shafty

12th May 2009, 20:46

Congrats and welcome Danielle - anything worthwhile is worth the effort!:yes:

danielle

12th May 2009, 21:08

Thanks all for being so supportive. My boyfriend is going to show me the ins and outs of the bike on the weekend as well which im so excited about. The more i can learn the better!

Rob Taylor

12th May 2009, 21:15

Welcome to KB and motorcycle riding.:scooter:...Its awsum fun just treat everybody else on the road as an idiot.:Oops:..When following cars look for eye contact in their revision mirror and watch out for cars on side roads...They use the excuse "i didnt see the bike" all the time.:shutup:..HAVE FUN:woohoo:

Solly

12th May 2009, 21:16

Ahhhhhh!! so you've taken the blue pill.....welcome & enjoy

u4ea

12th May 2009, 21:16

Welcome to the biker world which will become your extended family. As you get out and about you will go to many amazing places and meet even just as amazing people. Ride safe and great you are living your dream gal!!!!!:sunny:

MyGSXF

12th May 2009, 21:29

Welcome chick!!! tis a great wee bike to learn to ride on!!! :scooter:

If you & your BF can get yourselves over to Petone.. give Andrew & Lynne at Roadsafe a call & book yourselves in for one of their rider training courses.. will be the BEST investment in your new passion, you can make!!!!!!! :first::first:

www.roadsafe.co.nz

ENJOY!!! :ride:

discotex

12th May 2009, 21:30

You get two types of response from people when you say you ride a motorcycle.

a) Jelous and misinformed - "walking roadkill..." or "it's so dangerous blah blah"

and

b) 95% of people - "holy fuck that's so cool" ... "my dad used to ride <insert bike>"

As a girl on a bike there's also probably a range of pick up lines you'll also have to learn to deal with haha.

danielle

12th May 2009, 21:33

haha

c) "150cc????? do you even need a license to ride that thing"

Ill show them all=D

CookMySock

12th May 2009, 21:44

Ill show them all=DWell don't you break your neck proving anything to the smelly boys, ya hear. :Oops: Take your time.

Steve

=cJ=

12th May 2009, 22:05

Well don't you break your neck proving anything to the smelly boys, ya hear. :Oops: Take your time.

Steve

This man speaks the truth...

...though girls can be just as smelly :Oops: :shutup: :D

SDU

13th May 2009, 15:51

Welcome to the jungle:clap: there are some good people on here up your way (one makes the best coffee) Enjoy your bike & ride safe.

helenoftroy

13th May 2009, 20:08

Welcome to the jungle:clap: there are some good people on here up your way (one makes the best coffee) Enjoy your bike & ride safe.

Ditto!!and that coffee making Supersonic is just gorgeous!we miss him!!:devil2:

Hey Danielle have fun on the wee fxr!

awesome bikes...i race mine!!:banana::banana:

Bikernereid

13th May 2009, 20:13

Welcome, welcome and good on ya for buying your first bike.

All I can say re friend and family reaction is maybe by riding safe and be the best rider you can be might just help them to get thier head around what you are doing and you never know you might just change their attitude!

Have fun and love your bike.

Sidewinder

13th May 2009, 20:18

Ditto!!and that coffee making Supersonic is just gorgeous!we miss him!!:devil2:

Hey Danielle have fun on the wee fxr!

awesome bikes...i race mine!!:banana::banana:

yea its such a turn on, a girl racing a bike mmmmmmmmmmmm. go unty helen

blacksheep

13th May 2009, 20:20

haha

c) "150cc????? do you even need a license to ride that thing"

Ill show them all=D

its alright ...............he rides a harley:devil2:

Sidewinder

13th May 2009, 20:22

its alright ...............he rides a harley:devil2:

never ride harley unless your gay

helenoftroy

13th May 2009, 20:23

yea its such a turn on, a girl racing a bike mmmmmmmmmmmm. go unty helen

Lmao you cheeky young one!!

and honey!... this girl could be your mum!!:devil2:

Sidewinder

13th May 2009, 20:30

Lmao you cheeky young one!!

and honey!... this girl could be your mum!!:devil2:

and you think i would be complainging?
this one is just for you!
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by the way my mums only 40.....
to bad chch is so far away or you could come to my 21st this weekend:banana::banana::banana::banana:

helenoftroy

13th May 2009, 20:43

by the way my mums only 40.....
to bad chch is so far away or you could come to my 21st this weekend:banana::banana::banana::banana:
Already seen the vid!!(b4 it was removed from KB!!)its sooo funny except I spluttered coffee all over my keyboard,and made a right mess!!!:clap::clap::clap:

Reckon you will have a great 21st and thanks for the invite:devil2::devil2:

Bow-Down

13th May 2009, 21:08

Rule #1 if you see blue and red lights behind....Dont stop!

howdamnhard

13th May 2009, 21:25

Well done on getting your first bike . Glad to hear that you are getting all the right gear that goes with it. Take it easy, you don't have to prove anything to anybody. Riding is about the joy,freedom, challenge and fun. Glad you got somebody to give you some pointers as well as checking out this site. Once you have mastered the basics do a course like RRRS.
Take care and enjoy.:clap:

crazyhorse

13th May 2009, 22:26

Another keen rider - go for it - you will enjoy yourself. I've been riding 11 years now - and love it. :clap:

danielle

14th May 2009, 19:54

Danae

14th May 2009, 23:51

This should proberly be in the gear section too, but i was just wondering if anyone knows any good brands of pants to get to wear over my jeans on the way to uni with armour in the knees that fit well? for about a size 10-12? in a budget=D???

First and foremost, welcome! And I'm quite jealous, FXRs are awesome little beasts. I'm still working towards my license lol. :sweatdrop

Not sure if it's still going but Quasimoto was having a sale on ladies' pants, I got some and they are pretty good. They have armour in the knees and shins, made of leather so super protective if you fall. Not sure about waterproof-ness though...
Anyways here's the link:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=96422

EDIT: @Sidewinder: OMG I lold! XDDD

fredie

15th May 2009, 01:58

congrats . the more riding u do the better u will become . practice in the padock . park . anywhere .but not on road untill u licence :Police::jerry:

Ms Piggy

15th May 2009, 07:16

and goes faster than my boyfriends old gn(i dont know that for sure, but i presume it does=)).

You're not making a presumtion, you're absolutely correct! Cos it's a fact!

Welcome and all the best with the license test - is that you're BHS or the scratchie test?

davebullet

15th May 2009, 07:37

Make sure you put good tyres on her - maximise the grip with the coming winter and rain. Take care, take it easy and have fun. Just remember to relax that grip on the handle bars and lean with the bike.

danielle

15th May 2009, 12:09

Welcome and all the best with the license test - is that you're BHS or the scratchie test?

Both =) the sooner i get the BHS outa the way the better, and im guna hopefully do that course in Petone as well.

FJRider

15th May 2009, 12:18

This should proberly be in the gear section too, but i was just wondering if anyone knows any good brands of pants to get to wear over my jeans on the way to uni with armour in the knees that fit well? for about a size 10-12? in a budget=D???

Just do the rounds of the bike shops ... wherever you find them... some have discounts on "old stock"...

gatch

25th May 2009, 17:38

Howdy, welcome to the fold !

P.N means palmy right ?

If you are looking for some sweet roads to go for a hoon on, paihiatua track is always fun (in the dry..), the gorge (look out for roadworks), the ballance road (between gorge and paihiatua track), saddle road etc..

Always good to see babes on bikes !
Keep safe.

Thani-B

25th May 2009, 19:49

Ive also had all the shit from family, friends etc saying "should i say goodbye now" or "your f**king stupid", but its my life and its something i have to do for myself. Although i understand the risks, im not assuming im immune to crashing either.

Yay another chick rider! Welcome! Hope the tests go well (if you havent already done them.) You were good, I havent told my father I ride a bike. Hes not a fan even though he used to ride himself, hes a :Police: too so Im sure he would try to find a way to stop me from riding. Hope you enjoy your time riding and here on KB.

Always good to see babes on bikes !
Keep safe.

I find the attitude towards chick riders entertaining, its great! Have fun with it lol.

BiK3RChiK

25th May 2009, 20:56

:rockon: chick riders! Welcome and keep the rubber side down... and you'll continue having fun :D

gatch

25th May 2009, 21:19

I find the attitude towards chick riders entertaining, its great! Have fun with it lol.

You laugh ? Is it because I said babes ? Please don't mistake my sentiments as a bumbling pick up attempt.. It has been written on this site (by said babes) that all woman in their gear are beautiful and I tend to agree... :)

kit

25th May 2009, 21:50

Good on ya!!!!! i'm just new to this site, and ive been riding fulltime for about 2yrs and damn well love it!!!! nothing like getting on the bike for a squirt to clear the cobwebs

vifferman

25th May 2009, 22:01

i'm just new to this site, and ive been riding fulltime for about 2yrs and damn well love it!!!!
Aren't you getting tired? :confused:
You should probably stop for a rest.

Anyway - welcome to you Kit, and to Danielle too! :wavey:
I'm not new to this site, and have been riding part-time for 35 years (yeah, I'm old).

Have fun, and keep the shiny side up!

danielle

26th May 2009, 17:27

Got my learners=)))))))))).

kit

26th May 2009, 17:43

[QUOTE=vifferman;1129228295]Aren't you getting tired? :confused:
You should probably stop for a rest.

LOL good point, but it is damn fun, and not nice having to go to work on a nice day when you could be doin better things like ridin!!!!

kit

26th May 2009, 17:44

Good on ya for gettin your learners danielle

gatch

26th May 2009, 18:27

Got my learners=)))))))))).

good work !

Cheshire Cat

26th May 2009, 18:36

Don't listen to those retards who tell you that motorbikes are dangerous!<_< They're usually the ones who hurt or kill us.

Welcome to the site!! :Punk:

danielle

26th May 2009, 18:54

gatch

26th May 2009, 18:59

If you were keen enough you could take it out to massey and hoon around the car park by the gym on the weekend, I see people out there all the time..

Cheshire Cat

26th May 2009, 19:11

Ive ridden around the block 1...2....10 times so far and my main problem atm is how to coordinate using both brakes at the same time, changing down gears and indicating, im hoping this will come to me with a bit of practise....!!!

Practise! Practise! Pracrise!!! You'll get there!!:eek:

I only use the front brake on the road.Unless the road is wet or on gravel or I'm going down a steep hill....then I use both. And don't use the front brake on grass :shit: lol:doh:

discotex

26th May 2009, 19:59

Ive ridden around the block 1...2....10 times so far and my main problem atm is how to coordinate using both brakes at the same time, changing down gears and indicating, im hoping this will come to me with a bit of practise....!!!

Don't worry it'll come with time. It's worth getting an instructor to coach you into good habits right from the start though. It'll make the learning curve smoother.

Thani-B

27th May 2009, 17:47

You laugh ? Is it because I said babes ? Please don't mistake my sentiments as a bumbling pick up attempt.. It has been written on this site (by said babes) that all woman in their gear are beautiful and I tend to agree... :)

No lol not because of that. I know quite a few males who think Im awesome purely because I ride a motorbike. I just find it amusing. If men can do it, we can do it too...

gatch

27th May 2009, 20:29

No lol not because of that. I know quite a few males who think Im awesome purely because I ride a motorbike. I just find it amusing. If men can do it, we can do it too...

Right on, yea a good lady friend of mine who rides bikes gets much the same treatment, I laugh about it all the time, you wenches get alot of benefits just from having boobs..

jealous much..

Timaa

27th May 2009, 21:30

dunno if you have spotted the manawatu threads un der meetings and events but sometimes they have rides posted up ther and they are a great bunch to ride with. im sure if u wanted some lessons from an experienced KB member/ tutor then posting a thread will sort you out, there are plenty of fast riders out there but that doesnt mean they have it right. get as much practice in corners and emergency breaking as you can to get used to your bike. pity palmy doesnt have mentor rides. (mods should organise this with some of the old and grizzly riders if they have time) lol. questions or keen for a ride with a group then txt away, 0275797311

chanceyy

27th May 2009, 21:59

welcome to kb Danielle .. and congrats on the learners ..

a few of us ride around the palmy area & more than happy to have a learner rider along for the rides .. we all started in the same place :yes:

manawatu area does have a mentor which is sugilite .. as he has been my mentor over the last 2 or so yrs I can highly recommend him

there are always rides heading out .. feilding riders have regular sunday rides (when its not raining) and as soon as daylight savings start there is a fri nite cafe run in palmy (something to look forward too)

however if you want to meet some of the locals I am sure we can organise a cafe run to say hi :) and you can always post in meeting & events .. there is generally someone about who is keen for a ride at short notice ...

Leyton

27th May 2009, 23:08

Got my learners=)))))))))).

Well done!, You picked a good bike, Enjoy riding!

gatch

31st May 2009, 02:19

strummin the bass mannn !!!!

howdamnhard

31st May 2009, 19:02

Ive ridden around the block 1...2....10 times so far and my main problem atm is how to coordinate using both brakes at the same time, changing down gears and indicating, im hoping this will come to me with a bit of practise....!!!

Well done for getting your learners,next step restricted. Don't worry it will come with practice. I'm one of those lucky uncoordinated individuals and I have managed so you will be fine. Look in survival skills for tips.

danielle

31st May 2009, 21:21

strummin the bass mannn !!!!

its slappin SLAPPIN the bass man. i slap the bass big time man.

great night=)

gatch

1st June 2009, 13:58

I stand corrected.. Ya fun for all the family.

Hawk

1st June 2009, 14:38

Good on you... anyone asking about saying good bye etc, ask them with wide eyes, did they plan to live forever? :blink:

I would ask them, where they were going that would cause them to say goodbye.

crazefox

1st June 2009, 19:37

Good stuff on new bike

PrincessBandit

6th June 2009, 22:22

Hi, great to hear you're so fired up and raring to go. Plenty of advice to be found here on kb, lots of it very good, some of it dumb shit - you'll figure it out pretty quickly!

Definitely agree with DangerousBastard - take your time and don't feel you have to rush into things or prove anything to anyone.

Enjoy :woohoo:

Pedrostt500

6th June 2009, 22:44

Dont worry about the family and friends thing, mine all told me I was just tempory and gave me a week till my funeral, that was 1981, still here.
Find a mentor on here that you can get along with and get a few tips, and the only stupid question is the one you don't ask.

Little Smurf

6th June 2009, 23:49

Congrats chick :niceone: it's alot of fun. You wil have good days, great days, fantastic days and the odd bad one it's all good, it's all part of it. Just relax, take your time and get out there as much as possile.

Get some good gear spend a little more and you'll get it looking good as well as protect you cause even tho it's all about safety god damm you gotta look good too :lol::niceone:

Have fun out there!

tate35

17th June 2009, 23:42

Hey Danielle,

Old post now but just saw it and wanted to say 'good on you". It probably does kick the gn's arse lol I have a gn (they are built for cruising) lol ;)

Well have fun and stay safe :scooter:

Sexy Lexy

18th June 2009, 01:01

nice one. im still looking at getting my first bike...... im looking at getting a FXR150, what do you think of it after riding it for a wee bit??

danielle

22nd June 2009, 20:24

I love it, i wish i could stay in 1st gear a bit longer without having to change up but other than that its awesome, and its so fast...well for a beginner like me, AND its sexy, so so sexy

Danae

22nd June 2009, 21:21

I love it, i wish i could stay in 1st gear a bit longer without having to change up but other than that its awesome, and its so fast...well for a beginner like me, AND its sexy, so so sexy

I have a pretty little FXR too! Yeah it's hard when you're coming off the lights in a turn. I find I have to change quick as I don't wanna change gear mid corner.

Sexy Lexy

24th June 2009, 18:19

ive just bought my little fxr150!! soo awesome!! now to get a licence lol

Danae

24th June 2009, 19:37

Yay! :clap: Getting your licence shouldn't take too long

pacificsky

15th March 2010, 22:00

bittertwistedcute

18th March 2010, 06:30

Just wanted to say hi... i know ur feeling gf as i have got myself on the road with me beautiful yellow n black L plate hahahah.. i dont knwo how to add u as a friend so help me out here k maybe we can support each other lol varooooooooom... peaceout!

I miss me L plate, great deterent L plate, girly gear and if that wasn't working the occasional "accidental" swerving.....

Ride safe, enjoy!