First ride...ever... and on my new IRON!!!

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May 18, 2010 | 07:34 PM

simmy711

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First ride...ever... and on my new IRON!!!

So I got my bike delivered yesterday and I've never ridden before. Figured I'd wait until Thursday when I start the RE class. I got the stage one upgrade with SE Heavy Breather and V&H SS. That didn't last very long, got geared up, fired up the bike and rode 9 miles around my hood. I took turns from a stop, slow turns, and a few decent curves in the road. Got the bike up to 50 MPH and it felt great. I was pretty intimidated at the mere fact of going down my 110 ft gravel driveway. I gotta say, I haven't had that much fun in a long time. It was great! Glad I decided to just do it and get over the intimidation. Now I can't wait for the RE class to start and soak in all the knowledge/training. Cheers! Thanks for reading!

May 18, 2010 | 08:00 PM

jluvs2ride

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From: Back in the Good Ole USA. South Carolina to be exact.

Have fun, be safe.

May 18, 2010 | 08:15 PM

LynP408

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Congratulations! You are in for a treat...

May 18, 2010 | 08:35 PM

streeteagle

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Contrats, by the way what bike did you get? Also we need pics.

May 18, 2010 | 09:06 PM

simmy711

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I got a 2010 iron. I've only got one pic so far so I'll post it up. Thank you guys for the responses. Can't wait to ride tomorrow!

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May 18, 2010 | 09:08 PM

oct1949

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welcome aboard

May 18, 2010 | 09:09 PM

tmitchellof PG

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Keep in mind that you are basically invisible to any traffic around you, even if they make eye contact.
The first time I rode a motorcycle, many years ago, I only got about 1-1/2 miles, before a dog ran out in front of me. It went under both tires and still got up and headed for the sidewalk.
Tom