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Its a 26 so maybe thats why? Its a 2011 with disc breaks. The guy bought it in April this year and said he rode it around 10 times. Its basically new. Time to learn how to ride a bike again then down the road to Alum.

You got the bike back at your place? If you need help looking it over let me know. I cant promise Ill be much help but...ya.

Any advice on buying a used bike? Heading to look at this one today. Seems like a good deal. http://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/3103701682.html

A good pace coincides with good riders.

Good route, good riders, no crashes.

Have fun! Wish I could make it.

Interested in the Chicane XL gloves....

http://www.midohio.com/School/Courses/Motorcycles/Performance-Track-Riding Click requirements. Mid-Ohio is the best track around and has a good novice program. Ive had great experiences with Moto Series and Mid Ohio. Moto Series was a little better instructional wise but that was slightly in part of Jbot helping me out or aka OR members who are instructors willing to help. You could hit the Moto Series Putnam days which isnt too far from Dayton area.

You guys have focused on IT where it seems certs hold more value. There are plenty of other career fields out there that a degree is required for advancement or to even get a job.

You guys make it seem way more difficult than it needs to be. Ive never adjusted anything and I have never had any problems. I havent done serious mileage but I have done 150+ miles on several occasions. Ride with what you have then if you think adjustments are necessary then make them but more or less itll deal with you as a rider unless you plan on riding very aggressive.

No worries. I didnt think it was feasible but I plan on making it up there for a ride at some point this year.

If you guys stay north east then no. If you guys come south or something maybe. Id like to be back to my place by 2. Thats why I was asking about the route. Prolly going out solo but figured worth an ask.

You guys got a route planned?

Yes Lake Erie. Wish it was year round. To add to the drunken thread... Had some Mikkellr Invasion Ipa, 3 Floyds Dreadnaught, and Goose Island Matilda last night. Dreadnaught is amazing if you can find it.

Love that beer.

Im in if Im off work and could ride up with ya Cleve. Would like to get on a few of those Eastern rides.

I straddle the bike kickstand up. She puts her foot on the peg side she is standing. Holds onto my shoulders and stand up swinging her leg to the other peg. I've never touched suspension and have never seen a reason to. It's really not difficult. A two up ride could be fun though.

Sucks. Corbin's are not cheap. Was it latched properly or ?

Not going to list it till I see and handle a shield in person. Likewise

Dont over think it or give her a bunch of orders to follow the first few times. Just say hold on and look where we turn. Keep it simple and as she becomes more experienced/comfortable you can have her do more.

I have the LC9. So far so good. Thinking about selling it to buy the M&P Shield....

I agree with what Magz said and tapping the leg when I get ready to take off (aka hard acceleration). Since its a short ride you shouldnt need to many signals. You will get used to her being on the back and how her movements effect your bike. I would tell her to not move around when your coming to a stop or moving at a slow speed. Small movements can catch you off guard and are multiplied when going slow. Overall, your not going to notice too much of a difference. Just ride like normal and try to be smooth with acceleration and braking. When you ride a more twisty roads and longer distances then more comes into play. Take her on a scenic ride. Freeway through the city at dusk with little traffic or along the lake or something. Ride to dinner even. Edit.. Our first ride was on a 250r and that was manageable but not fun. The 2 600RR's we've ridden are better but still notice her on the back. The Vstrom we test rode...I could barely tell she was there and the VFR should be about the same.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgO4Gd4RhvM ^ Like This