Evening newbie rides?

**motorbyclist** · 9th November 2007, 22:33

well, now, i'm a strong believer in that two strokes are not very good "first bike i've ever owned" bikes due to reliablility, tendency to blow up, nasty power bands, gunking up when you don't rev them, and no engine braking... BUT, i have ridden an RG before and know that they are very tame, so it's just down to reliability and engine breaking

(anyone see the pun?)

but, luckily for you, D, i've downgraded to a FXR150 (the 4 stroke version of your RG) for the week, and will be very happy to give you many "PROTIP"s about riding and basic bike maintenance.

PROTIP: back brake has only 25% of your braking power, as the weight of your bike shifts forward when decelerating, so the tyre loses most it's grip and will lock/slide easily. use both brakes, and learn how to use them effectively and safely in different situations - especially emergency stops

**bikerboy011** · 9th November 2007, 22:51

I live in Remuera too!! i got exams next week

no more riding till i finish

yaya i got my knees down yesterday!!! finally hahaha

**Squiggles** · 10th November 2007, 00:02

Originally Posted by motorbyclist

well, now, i'm a strong believer in that two strokes are not very good "first bike i've ever owned" bikes due to reliablility, tendency to blow up, nasty power bands, gunking up when you don't rev them, and no engine braking...

Bah, i rung the balls off my rgv250 from my first ride on the road till i got a gsxr750 beauty of a bike, i miss it

should find a carpark and practise some braking on monday

edit: and ill bring some chain lube and stuff to clean ya chain with, something every newbie needs to learn.

**ital916** · 10th November 2007, 08:13

Hey guys. Yeah the RG is a great bike but is a hell of a lot different than the gn I first rode. I have to keep her revving to high hell to get somewhere haha. Did my riderskills roadcraft course yesterday. We went riding for three hours it was awesome, ill post a review up soon of my experience. The back brake is very very good on my RG so i'm learning to use it carefully. I'm putting oil in her today and giving her a wash. If anyone is up for a nana ride at twelve drop me a pm as i'm gonna be going for a ride in this great weather. My starts from first gear are getting better but still got a lot of learnin to do.

**ital916** · 10th November 2007, 10:24

hey all ill be leaving for my nana cruise at twelve fifteen from my house. Would be wicked if anyone was keen otherwise ill lone ranger it.

**motorbyclist** · 10th November 2007, 11:38

PROTIP: never give your address out on the internet, either PM people, or better yet, just give a cell phone number and agree to meet at a gas station somewhere suitable

i'd like to come, but only just checked the forum.... maybe another time

**breakaway** · 10th November 2007, 11:57

Drop me a PM if you guys get one of these rides sorted! I'm free from tuesday next week (Except sunday next week, probably doing the Honda West coro loop)

**ehab2weelr** · 10th November 2007, 14:20

ok riders, monday ride

meet infront of uni gym at 6.00 pm sun should still be up. on monday 12th nov.

its a short ride for noobs, im sure some riders that are more experienced then me can come and share with us some of there wisdom. hahah

c u all there. pm me if u can make it so i know who to wait for before we leave.

**ehab2weelr** · 10th November 2007, 14:30

Originally Posted by EJKDDORAI

Bring it, I'm a newbie too

Happy to involve a ride anytime

just send me a PM and I'm on my way

u are not a noob EJ. uv been on more rides than kb can offer. hahah

**motorbyclist** · 10th November 2007, 14:31

i'll be there... but on the vfr not the fxr

**ehab2weelr** · 10th November 2007, 14:34

Originally Posted by motorbyclist

i'll be there... but on the vfr not the fxr

all good ur a pussy rider any ways. hahahah

**motorbyclist** · 10th November 2007, 14:40

yeah right

**ital916** · 10th November 2007, 15:14

hey bro, i finish work at five thirty so might be a stretch to get there on time, is there somewhere along the way where i can meet up with you guys??