So much to learn....

**Scamp** · 25th February 2007, 14:54

I just got back from yet another teip over the hill to the Wairarapa. I've been riding for about 5 weeks now and have done this trip 3 or 4 times. I'm really enjoying my time out on my bike

- even when I totally stuff things up

.

There is still soooooo much to learn. And I find that the things I did well last time I was on the bike alluded me this time.

Ah well, I'll just continue to persevere, I'm sure more time on the road will bring some improvement.

And to the other chicks whose partners don't want them to ride. Tell them that they don't have to like what you are doing, but they do have to support you.

**<G>** · 25th February 2007, 15:00

I agree, quite daunting when you think about all there is to learn...suppose it's best just to take one ride at a time.

**Scamp** · 25th February 2007, 15:04

Yep, one ride at a time, and try and focus on just a couple of things. At the moment I'm trying to work on counter steering and making sure my lines are right when entering corners. Once I've got those two things suss'd I'm sure one of my mentors will tell me something else I need to work on.

**Trudes** · 25th February 2007, 15:12

Good on ya scamp!! That hill will teach you a lot (sometimes things you would rather not learn), just remember to always treat it with respect and you'll do fine. Every time you get out there on the road you'll get just a little better too.
Are you gonna come on the notorious "chick ride" on the 10th?

**Scamp** · 25th February 2007, 15:23

Haven't heard anything about the "chick ride".

It is suitable for total newbie's?

If so, can you give me some details.

**Trudes** · 25th February 2007, 15:32

March 10th Welly Girls meet up at rimutex (Caltex Rimutaka)1 pm and stop at top of the Taka's.
Rapa Chick's meet them at the top of the Takas at about 1.15pmish.

Ride down to Lady Featherston Cafe in Featherson for a coffee, eats and a chat.

Leave at 2.30pmish... for a ride over to Waikanae for Quasi's show. Thinking of going over Haywards and a stop on Paek Hill. Should get to Waikanae about 4.30pmish.

There's a thread about it floating around somewhere and it's in the calender events also. It definately caters to newbe chicks and you'll get to meet a few of us local chicks. Be good to have you along!

**stevedee** · 25th February 2007, 16:20

I ain't no expert but ...

Have look at buying this book, its American, but I think it's one of the best books on safe motorcycling you could ever buy. Remember it is for left hand riding but once you read it you will refer to it time and time again. I do.

Best wishes for your riding.

http://www.amazon.com/Proficient-Mot.../dp/1889540536

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/cus...283155&s=books

spd:-)

**fjones** · 25th February 2007, 20:00

My wife and i learning to ride, and it has been great fun to do together. Cant imagine why anyone wouldn't want their partner bettering themselves by learning to ride....

**heyjoe** · 25th February 2007, 22:16

Originally Posted by fjones

My wife and i learning to ride, and it has been great fun to do together. Cant imagine why anyone wouldn't want their partner bettering themselves by learning to ride....

Sounds like a great scheme. Welcome to the world of riding and the kb forum. Have fun and ride safe. Look forward to hearing of your adventures.

**LardEmbargo** · 26th February 2007, 07:49

Hi Scamp, glad to hear it's going well. I'm new to all this too and I feel exactly the same - there is SO much to learn. But that's ok, I'd prefer to remember there's a ton of things I don't even know I don't know than start getting cocky :)

Anyway, how's your GPX been going? I was just curious as my lady-friend is seriously considering one (we were in Palmy on Saturday so she could test ride one - it's her favourite so far (and comes in red!))

So have you found it ok for learning on and stuff so far? Anything to watch out for? Am sure she'd be interested to hear how your starting-out experience with the kawasaki has been.

cheers anyway

**phoenixgtr** · 26th February 2007, 08:06

Originally Posted by fjones

Cant imagine why anyone wouldn't want their partner bettering themselves by learning to ride....

I can't understand this either. I've been teaching my partner to ride. She just did her basic handling skills on Saturday. Just the scrathy to go now.

Have fun out there Scamp. See you around.

**Guitana** · 26th February 2007, 10:30

Originally Posted by fjones

My wife and i learning to ride, and it has been great fun to do together. Cant imagine why anyone wouldn't want their partner bettering themselves by learning to ride....

Some guys feel threatened by their partners independence and the fact they can ride better than them!!!!!!

**Grub** · 26th February 2007, 10:47

Hi Scamp,

Join us for as many rides as you can before they stop for the Autumn. Nasty is a new rider too and there's heaps of chicks on KB who are coming along on the rides. Yep there's a hoons group but there's also a careful group which usually has a leader and a tail end sweeper. Both groups arein fact doing the same thing ... expanding their knowledge and skills and experimenting with new things.

Don't feel intimidated or anything like that because even the hoons on KB will give you the same bit of advice "... ride your own ride, do'nt try and keep up ...". What's more, they won't give you a hard time for following that advice .. more often someone will ride with you and show you lines and stuff

I'll get in first and recommend The [b]Cruisy[/b[]Wednesday Night Ride ("TCWNR"). Read the original post in that thread in Meeting & Events forum to see that it is all about new riders and a safe and sedate ride to somewhere while the sun is still up.

**Scamp** · 1st March 2007, 06:00

Originally Posted by LardEmbargo

Hi Scamp, glad to hear it's going well. I'm new to all this too and I feel exactly the same - there is SO much to learn. But that's ok, I'd prefer to remember there's a ton of things I don't even know I don't know than start getting cocky

Anyway, how's your GPX been going? I was just curious as my lady-friend is seriously considering one (we were in Palmy on Saturday so she could test ride one - it's her favourite so far (and comes in red!))

So have you found it ok for learning on and stuff so far? Anything to watch out for? Am sure she'd be interested to hear how your starting-out experience with the kawasaki has been.

cheers anyway

My GPX has been great, apart from adjusting the clutch, front brake and rear brake positions I've just been able to get on it and ride. My only concern was that it seemed a lot heavier than the GN that I did my basic handling skills test on, but I've got over than now.
If your partner is a taller lady, the other bike I'd suggest her trying is the Hyosung. The only bit of information I received about them was to avoid anything before 2003.
Happy riding