OT: Not sure I can do this ...
10-04-2009, 03:43 AM
#31
Get yourself a dirt bike. Way more fun and involving than a street bike. Better scenery, more thrills (at much lower speeds), and with single track riding no cars to run you over.
Cheers,
Joe
Cheers,
Joe
10-04-2009, 04:07 AM
#32
Phil,
How about something with a side-car??
I dunno...take the class and see if ur still crazy about the idea.
Oh, and get a DEXA scan before you buy, motorcycles and osteoporosis don't mix.
How about something with a side-car??
I dunno...take the class and see if ur still crazy about the idea.
Oh, and get a DEXA scan before you buy, motorcycles and osteoporosis don't mix.
10-04-2009, 08:39 AM
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10-04-2009, 08:41 AM
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Nope - I actually want to keep my image just as is.
NEVER. I'll get a Honda first. Hmmm, no - Corvette first, Honda fifth.
NEVER. I'll get a Honda first. Hmmm, no - Corvette first, Honda fifth.
10-04-2009, 09:54 AM
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Phil,
you live in the US where there is only one brand of bike to consider: MV Agusta!
Not really a beginner friendly bike, but after you get some experience on a smaller displacement bike and feel comfortable (look at sv650's, ninja500's, cbr600 f4i's, ducati monster 696's and other stuff maybe to start out on), you should give them a look. In canada they're not legal otherwise i'd own one in a heartbeat.
you live in the US where there is only one brand of bike to consider: MV Agusta!
Not really a beginner friendly bike, but after you get some experience on a smaller displacement bike and feel comfortable (look at sv650's, ninja500's, cbr600 f4i's, ducati monster 696's and other stuff maybe to start out on), you should give them a look. In canada they're not legal otherwise i'd own one in a heartbeat.
10-05-2009, 12:26 AM
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There are some good and informal groups of motorcyclists in the Phila. area, including:
www.philadelphiariders.com
When you tell people you ride, the first thing they ask is if you have a Harley. You just have to be patient with them.
(Nothing against Harleys, they just don't address most of what I like about motorcycles very well.) My garage currently has bikes from Germany (West and East), Italy, Austria and England.
A few thoughts on some prior posts:
-You are right to think small for a first bike. I think it makes learning easier and safer. That said, I think it makes sense to get something with decent suspension and brakes. I know several folks who started out on SV650s. A bigger & more powerful bike than I started on, but may suit you. I think the new Bonneville is worth a look as well. Stop in at Manyaunk Triumph. The owner, Buzz, has instructed MSF courses for many years.
-MV Agusta is a very special motorcycle, but not something for the beginner. If you want an Italian bike that's good for a beginner look at the Moto Guzzi 750 Breva or V7 Classic. Ferracci in Willow Grove is a Guzzi dealer, so you can drool on the MV Agustas while you're there.
-Dirt bikes. jmarch makes some excellent points. After many years of street riding I started dirt (dual sport) riding. Some of my best riding experiences of late have been off road. Its basically replaced track days for me.
www.philadelphiariders.com
When you tell people you ride, the first thing they ask is if you have a Harley. You just have to be patient with them.
(Nothing against Harleys, they just don't address most of what I like about motorcycles very well.) My garage currently has bikes from Germany (West and East), Italy, Austria and England.A few thoughts on some prior posts:
-You are right to think small for a first bike. I think it makes learning easier and safer. That said, I think it makes sense to get something with decent suspension and brakes. I know several folks who started out on SV650s. A bigger & more powerful bike than I started on, but may suit you. I think the new Bonneville is worth a look as well. Stop in at Manyaunk Triumph. The owner, Buzz, has instructed MSF courses for many years.
-MV Agusta is a very special motorcycle, but not something for the beginner. If you want an Italian bike that's good for a beginner look at the Moto Guzzi 750 Breva or V7 Classic. Ferracci in Willow Grove is a Guzzi dealer, so you can drool on the MV Agustas while you're there.
-Dirt bikes. jmarch makes some excellent points. After many years of street riding I started dirt (dual sport) riding. Some of my best riding experiences of late have been off road. Its basically replaced track days for me.
10-05-2009, 08:42 AM
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There are some good and informal groups of motorcyclists in the Phila. area, including:
www.philadelphiariders.com
When you tell people you ride, the first thing they ask is if you have a Harley. You just have to be patient with them. (Nothing against Harleys, they just don't address most of what I like about motorcycles very well.) My garage currently has bikes from Germany (West and East), Italy, Austria and England.
A few thoughts on some prior posts:
-You are right to think small for a first bike. I think it makes learning easier and safer. That said, I think it makes sense to get something with decent suspension and brakes. I know several folks who started out on SV650s. A bigger & more powerful bike than I started on, but may suit you. I think the new Bonneville is worth a look as well. Stop in at Manyaunk Triumph. The owner, Buzz, has instructed MSF courses for many years.
-MV Agusta is a very special motorcycle, but not something for the beginner. If you want an Italian bike that's good for a beginner look at the Moto Guzzi 750 Breva or V7 Classic. Ferracci in Willow Grove is a Guzzi dealer, so you can drool on the MV Agustas while you're there.
-Dirt bikes. jmarch makes some excellent points. After many years of street riding I started dirt (dual sport) riding. Some of my best riding experiences of late have been off road. Its basically replaced track days for me.
www.philadelphiariders.com
When you tell people you ride, the first thing they ask is if you have a Harley. You just have to be patient with them.
(Nothing against Harleys, they just don't address most of what I like about motorcycles very well.) My garage currently has bikes from Germany (West and East), Italy, Austria and England.A few thoughts on some prior posts:
-You are right to think small for a first bike. I think it makes learning easier and safer. That said, I think it makes sense to get something with decent suspension and brakes. I know several folks who started out on SV650s. A bigger & more powerful bike than I started on, but may suit you. I think the new Bonneville is worth a look as well. Stop in at Manyaunk Triumph. The owner, Buzz, has instructed MSF courses for many years.
-MV Agusta is a very special motorcycle, but not something for the beginner. If you want an Italian bike that's good for a beginner look at the Moto Guzzi 750 Breva or V7 Classic. Ferracci in Willow Grove is a Guzzi dealer, so you can drool on the MV Agustas while you're there.
-Dirt bikes. jmarch makes some excellent points. After many years of street riding I started dirt (dual sport) riding. Some of my best riding experiences of late have been off road. Its basically replaced track days for me.
10-05-2009, 11:15 AM
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10-06-2009, 11:09 PM
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Phil, I predict you'll be just as safe looking at a bike sit in your garage as you were looking at a Porsche in the garage....
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jk of course. Saftey is a definate concern with motorcycles. Be safe if you get one.
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jk of course. Saftey is a definate concern with motorcycles. Be safe if you get one.
10-07-2009, 12:46 AM
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pulled out of work today, the first light is a double turn lane (left) got around the corner and a van in front of me moved from the inside lane to the outside lane and pushed a motorcycle right off the road....just kept right on driving....
He looked pissed, shaking his head and fist in the air.....but didnt try and run the van down (smart) - I drove home thinking.... yep, my wife was right, too dangerous anymore
on the way home I counted 6 cars in a row pass me with people talking on the cell phone and 1 typing on one, and one ? reading one. (we have a no cell phone while driving law too)
He looked pissed, shaking his head and fist in the air.....but didnt try and run the van down (smart) - I drove home thinking.... yep, my wife was right, too dangerous anymore
on the way home I counted 6 cars in a row pass me with people talking on the cell phone and 1 typing on one, and one ? reading one. (we have a no cell phone while driving law too)
10-07-2009, 11:52 AM
#45
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I think all of you are trying to protect me from myself. I take that as a sign of friendship and concern. I still will likely take the course but may decide it's just nuts to get a bike. If I do, Philly would be the LAST place I'd ride. Now, Bucks County on a Sunday morning would be fun (and safer).