Jbain45212 Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Hi there. Completely new to the motorcycle world. Just bought my first bike not long ago ( 95 Suzuki Intruder 800) and I'm loving it. Still a ton to learn so any suggestions, tips, etc. are appreciated. Would love to eventually have a group of guys to ride with every so often but like I said I'm a rookie so that'll be a while. For now I'll probably just stalk this page and soak up all the knowledge I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Welcome to the madness! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OH650R Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Welcome and congrats on the purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 Bienvenidos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilD'oh! Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 (edited) Welcome! My standard tip for new riders is to spend as much as you can afford on riding gear...helmet, gloves, jacket, pants, etc. the skin you save will be your own.Oh, and take the MSF basic class...even if you have your endorsement. Edited April 19, 2014 by PhilD'oh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Copeland Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Welcome ! Be safe out there ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAC Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Welcome and ditto on what Phil said above. Sounds like you've got your ego in check and a good attitude. Great way to start! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie14 Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Welcome! As previous posters stated: take msf courses and be ATGATT, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Plus 1 on gear and msf. If you're gonna do something do it right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tall_tracy Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KZ Kari Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Don't make my mistake. I rode alone for the better part of 8 years before becoming active on a forum or trying to meet other riders (just not good at meeting people and only one of my friends had any real interest in riding). I feel I could have learned so much more had I met more people to learn from. You seem to be starting off right. And I'm sure there are people in your area willing and patient enough to take it easy and ride with you. Ride safe and welcome! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollnhot Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFlash Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 This is what you want. For fifty US dollars you can'tbeat it. The Basic Riders Course is what to sign upfor. Some people take it every year just to brush upafter those long Ohio winters. http://www.motorcycle.ohio.gov/basic_rider.stm Hope to see you somewhere on the road. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snot Posted April 21, 2014 Report Share Posted April 21, 2014 Welcome, my first bike was a 98 intruder 800. Its a good cruiser bike. Take the Safety course, best money I ever spent. Some insurance will give a discount if you take the class too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted April 21, 2014 Report Share Posted April 21, 2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekClouser Posted April 21, 2014 Report Share Posted April 21, 2014 Pretty much what all the other guys & gals are saying. Take the MSF safety class and trust what they say to be very useful. ATGATT (All the gear, all the time) - So make sure you always have your gear on, even on a 2 min ride in 99 degree heat. Something I'll add that others haven't added... I'd watch this video after you've learned the very basics of riding - Twist of the Wrist II - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vr-Wqs37Ug4 Oh ya, and welcome to OhioRiders. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted April 21, 2014 Report Share Posted April 21, 2014 Welcome. I'll check at my desk, but I just realized the mobile version of the site doesn't display users' locations... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anden Posted April 22, 2014 Report Share Posted April 22, 2014 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted April 22, 2014 Report Share Posted April 22, 2014 Welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbain45212 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 Appreciate it guys (and gals). Gloves, helmet (3/4 I can't do the full face thing) jacket with all the pads always. Plan on the class later on. Looking for a few good 1hr rides close to home. Nothing crazy turny but enough to feel it and learn it. I live in Norwood. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2fat2fly Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 Welcome to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan_c_F Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 +1 for starting on a Suzuki 805. Welcome, man. Lots of good people here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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