Why I am learning on a Honda Rebel....
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RE: Why I am learning on a Honda Rebel....
My wife took the rider's course 2 years ago and I bought her a Rebel 250 to start out...it now only has 233 miles on it...she was doing great taking longer and longer rides but after not riding for a while she's not confident enough to get out there though she wants to...I believe she will be encouraged by your post and those who responded...thanks to all!
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RE: Why I am learning on a Honda Rebel....
jibaro
there are days that I discover I might have less self-confidence than others. \\; I do alot of self-encouragement and just get out there. \\; Once I am out there, I realize how silly I was for doubting myself. \\; I remind myself I completed the class and I have my license - so isn't like I don't know how to ride. \\; I talk myself through my insecurities and ride. \\; I am enjoying it more and more each time I ride. \\; Heck, yesterday I even went on a major interstate and travelled 150 miles round trip. \\; I discovered that I wasn't relaxing and as I rode more, I relaxed my back and enjoyed. \\; It was a really nice ride and an experience. \\; If your wife would like to email me, I am not an expert, but I would be happy to talk to her.
Carol
there are days that I discover I might have less self-confidence than others. \\; I do alot of self-encouragement and just get out there. \\; Once I am out there, I realize how silly I was for doubting myself. \\; I remind myself I completed the class and I have my license - so isn't like I don't know how to ride. \\; I talk myself through my insecurities and ride. \\; I am enjoying it more and more each time I ride. \\; Heck, yesterday I even went on a major interstate and travelled 150 miles round trip. \\; I discovered that I wasn't relaxing and as I rode more, I relaxed my back and enjoyed. \\; It was a really nice ride and an experience. \\; If your wife would like to email me, I am not an expert, but I would be happy to talk to her.
Carol
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RE: Why I am learning on a Honda Rebel....
Carol,
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Congratulations on passing your test and getting back on the Sporty. I knew you would make it.
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No doubt you'll be looking for a fresh challenge after beating that hurdle. Didnt I hear something about you guys having an election coming up......worth thinking about
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Congratulations on passing your test and getting back on the Sporty. I knew you would make it.
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No doubt you'll be looking for a fresh challenge after beating that hurdle. Didnt I hear something about you guys having an election coming up......worth thinking about
Carol,
Thank you so much for telling us about your riding experience. I have been going back and forth as to what bike to begin on. I've been leaning towards a Honda Rebel as I am a complete newbie with the exception of co-riding with my husband on our Harley Heritage. You and others that have replied to your posting have convinced me to go with a Rebel. Even if I outgrow it soon, it will be well worth it to learn on. I will be taking the Riders Edge course the first of April and am trying to read everything I can get my hands on before then so I'm not totally in the dark!
Thanks again!
Joan
Thank you so much for telling us about your riding experience. I have been going back and forth as to what bike to begin on. I've been leaning towards a Honda Rebel as I am a complete newbie with the exception of co-riding with my husband on our Harley Heritage. You and others that have replied to your posting have convinced me to go with a Rebel. Even if I outgrow it soon, it will be well worth it to learn on. I will be taking the Riders Edge course the first of April and am trying to read everything I can get my hands on before then so I'm not totally in the dark!
Thanks again!
Joan
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From: Dallas, TX & Santa Fe, NM when I can find the time....
Even though you originally posted in May of '08, I can relate. I was lucky not to have crashed, but I also bought a big bike...got scared of it, and went out and got myself a used Honda to practice on. For me, that was the best thing I could have done.
Fortunately, it didn't take long and I'm now racking up the miles on my Road King. I wrote about it in my blog...which you can get to from my profile.
I didn't read the replies, so don't know if you've posted since, but hopefully you are riding that Sporty like a pro now.
Fortunately, it didn't take long and I'm now racking up the miles on my Road King. I wrote about it in my blog...which you can get to from my profile.
I didn't read the replies, so don't know if you've posted since, but hopefully you are riding that Sporty like a pro now.
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I was in an accident back in 1995, Told myself I would never ride again. Well after awhile, That started to change, Then I told myself I would never ride again unless it was on a Harley. Well low and behold this past Xmas I came across a deal I couldn't pass up and boom here I am back in the saddle again. The accident doesn't even bother me anymore, actually it helped me. I am more alert now then I have ever been. Keep pushing girl, you will be fine.......................