Softail as a 1st motorcycle - am I an idiot?

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Nov 18, 2008 | 09:48 PM

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P'colaHarley-17RGS

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From: NW Florida

That's very good advice too.

Nov 18, 2008 | 11:01 PM

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HDRider78154

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From: Schertz, TX

Welcome to the forum. Rent one and try it out. That way you will know how you feel on the bike before you buy one.

Nov 18, 2008 | 11:42 PM

#53

BEEF 228

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Welcome from Va, I love my soft tail.

Nov 19, 2008 | 06:22 AM

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edd13

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Go on, buy the bigtwin, it's silly to first buy all kind of small bikes when you just want the big one. Don't go loosing your money on bikes you do not love. Better invest it in the love of your life (bike wise that is ).
My first one was a hd wla fom 1942. I wish I still had that one. But I am riding a Fatboy now.

Nov 19, 2008 | 06:27 AM

#55

SoftailC

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From: Chesapeake, VA

I bought a Softail Custom two years ago as my first bike. It can be done. Welcome from Chesapeake, VA.

Nov 19, 2008 | 01:16 PM

#56

tydan

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From: British Columbia Canada

Good Information for all Riders!

I was always told to ride like you were invisible to other drivers that concept really works also. I found a website that has 15 Riding-In-Traffic Tips. I hope this is a web site you find it helpfull, I sure did it's www.motorcyclistonline.com. Go to site then to the "How To" Tab then down on the left hand side of the page you will see 15 Riding-In-Traffic Tips click it and there is the very interesting article.

Nov 19, 2008 | 03:38 PM

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FUQUA

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From: Tega Cay Sc.

Quote:

Originally Posted by vV_juggernaut_Vv

no matter who, everyone will have an awkward moment with their first motorcycle... but so long as you have the confidence and competence to operate the bike you'll do fine

I totally agree with juggernuat totally. You have to have confidence in whatever your riding, if not, your setting yourself up for failure. Be determined, be alert, be cautious.....and enjoy every minute of it.

Nov 23, 2008 | 08:57 AM

#58

blueyz0416

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From: In God's hands-Canton, GA

Softail should be fine for you. I agree with the earlier comment that the MSF course or some Basic Riding course is a good idea. I took the MSF one, and highly recommend it.

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