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Jan 2, 2009 | 09:43 PM

Cougfan2

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Yahoo! Took the first step!

I just signed up for the Team Oregon Basic Rider Training course. I have a brand new Softail Heritage sitting in the garage longing for a break in run. As a first time bike owner, March 13 is the beginning of a new phase of life for me!

I know it may seem silly to you that have ridden for years, but I am so excited I can't wait!!!

Jan 2, 2009 | 09:46 PM

maskedstranger

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Not silly at all. Congrats, I remember the excitement, hell I still feel it every day when I get ready to go for a good ride or when planning a long overnight trip on the bike.

Jan 2, 2009 | 10:11 PM

frankjake

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Not crazy at all. My buddy and I were just checking insuracne rates. Finally found a decent company with decent rates.

Basically we are identical financially, neither of us have tickets or accidents. The only difference is our age, he is 5 or 6 years younger, we have the same model bike and his quote was $26 a year less than mine. The reason, he took a motorcycle safety course 6 year ago. He's only been riding for 6 years. I've had a motorcycle license since I was 16 but have never taken a course.

The insuracne companies don't care about experience, but if you have that certificate... and no or very little experience, they will give you a break. Crazy!

Jan 2, 2009 | 10:13 PM

wildman67

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Good for you! congratulation's.

Jan 2, 2009 | 10:24 PM

will2002

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Well, at least ya are starting out right!

Good for you!!!!!

Jan 3, 2009 | 12:12 AM

JBaker421

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Congrats. Team Oregon is MSF and if you pass the written and riding, you don't have to take the test at DMV. TO does a good job.

Have fun.

Jan 3, 2009 | 01:58 AM

evilmonkey

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Where are you taking the course. Sizzle the wife took it two years ago in Medford. I've been licensed since '64 and went to it with her. Was impressed with it and the Instructors. AND it does help on the insurance side! gOOD ON yA!