Complete Newb
Thread Starter
|
Stage I
Joined: Aug 2018
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
From: Salem Oregon
Complete Newb
Hello,
My name is Rob and I am from Salem Oregon. I recently passed my BRT training in Oregon and got my endorsement, so as you can see I am as green as it gets. I bought a 2018 Harley Davidson Street Bob because she felt right. I know most veterans say to start on a much smaller bike than a 107 cu. in. engine but she felt right and attracted me from the start. I have only put in 150 miles in the two weeks I have owned her, and mostly those miles have been in the last three days. I am developing my skills further and practicing and respecting the power that she has. Improving my grip, my posture, and attacking all the areas that I believe that I currently fall short. So far it has been amazing and I am starting to gain some confidence, but not arrogance. I apologize for my first intro being a book, but I am excited about where I am and where I will eventually be riding my Harley.
Thanks for reading and hoping to take any feedback you veterans have!
My name is Rob and I am from Salem Oregon. I recently passed my BRT training in Oregon and got my endorsement, so as you can see I am as green as it gets. I bought a 2018 Harley Davidson Street Bob because she felt right. I know most veterans say to start on a much smaller bike than a 107 cu. in. engine but she felt right and attracted me from the start. I have only put in 150 miles in the two weeks I have owned her, and mostly those miles have been in the last three days. I am developing my skills further and practicing and respecting the power that she has. Improving my grip, my posture, and attacking all the areas that I believe that I currently fall short. So far it has been amazing and I am starting to gain some confidence, but not arrogance. I apologize for my first intro being a book, but I am excited about where I am and where I will eventually be riding my Harley.
Thanks for reading and hoping to take any feedback you veterans have!
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 5,014
Likes: 739
From: Northern California
I highly recommend the Ride Like A Pro video training course. Gives you a bunch of exercises to run through that build your skills and confidence. Previews can be found on YouTube.
Congratulations on your new ride!
Congratulations on your new ride!
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 1,385
Likes: 1,412
From: Northern NJ
Welcome from NJ. I second the Ride Like A Pro video training course. The guy that does was a police motorcycle officer and trainer, he trained motorcycle cops.
I still have some old cones that I used when my kids were learning soccer, but mos of the time, when practicing the slow maneuvers, I just approximated the exercising, improvising with office parking lot lines on a Saturday.
I still have some old cones that I used when my kids were learning soccer, but mos of the time, when practicing the slow maneuvers, I just approximated the exercising, improvising with office parking lot lines on a Saturday.
Trending Topics
6th Gear
Joined: Jul 2018
Posts: 10
Likes: 2
From: Poughkeepsie
You did the right thing buying the big bike right out of the gate. I went the other way, I bought a Yamaha Star 650, and sure it was great, for about a month! Once I was confident about riding, the bike became too small and not as much fun to ride. I just bought a 1200 Sporty and I'm thrilled beyond belief. I've been riding three years now, so I'm pretty past the drop your bike stage lol. I did drop the Yamaha twice, but the saddlebags saved her. Now I have to privately sell the Yamaha, the dealers didn't want to take it as a trade in because of rough paint on the fenders and a sluggish carb issue. Have fun and keep the two wheels down!
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
