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[dentheman]

Hi all, it has been about a year since my last post (I think). I just wanted to say that I have purchased a 2007 Shadow 750 to be delivered tomorrow. I can't wait! It is a little bigger than I wanted for my first bike, but I will spend a lot of time riding in parking lots and around the neighborhood before I hit the hiway. I don't even have a helmet or gloves yet, but the bike is going to sit until I get them.

[JWR]

Good going!!!

Should be a good fit and honda's make some good bikes.

I spent about a month in Lubbock, way back when.

[dentheman]

I seem to recall a post from you about that. Putting up an antenna, right?

[blaine]

Welcome back.Good luck with your new ride. :) :cool:

[Water Warrior 2]

Welcome back. Nice to hear you got your bike. The Honda 750 V-twin line is a strong well designed bike that many riders adore. I am sure you will like it after you get some real saddle time and gain some skill and confidence. Can't remember off-hand but did you take a riding course ? Hoping you did. Post a pic or 5 when you have time.

Oh yeah, before I forget. MotorcycleGear.com in Texas has some great closeout prices on gear right now. Some really good prices on jackets and helmets. Excellant return policy too.

[Meme]

Congrats on the bike! I've wanted a Honda Shadow since I got my first bike, a CB 750.

Have you got pics of it to share?

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[dentheman]

Welcome back. Nice to hear you got your bike. The Honda 750 V-twin line is a strong well designed bike that many riders adore. I am sure you will like it after you get some real saddle time and gain some skill and confidence. Can't remember off-hand but did you take a riding course ? Hoping you did. Post a pic or 5 when you have time.

Oh yeah, before I forget. MotorcycleGear.com in Texas has some great closeout prices on gear right now. Some really good prices on jackets and helmets. Excellant return policy too.
I took the course in Sept 2010, where I rode the GZ250. As far as posting pics, I have never done it so I don't know how. But that will be something new for me to learn, so we will see. For gear, I will probably just go to the dealer so I can try it on first, then once I have an idea of size I can order online and save some money. I will certainly try some helmets for fit and to make sure it will work with my eyeglasses.

[mole2]

Welcome back. Nice to hear you got your bike. The Honda 750 V-twin line is a strong well designed bike that many riders adore. I am sure you will like it after you get some real saddle time and gain some skill and confidence. Can't remember off-hand but did you take a riding course ? Hoping you did. Post a pic or 5 when you have time.

Oh yeah, before I forget. MotorcycleGear.com in Texas has some great closeout prices on gear right now. Some really good prices on jackets and helmets. Excellant return policy too.
I took the course in Sept 2010, where I rode the GZ250. As far as posting pics, I have never done it so I don't know how. But that will be something new for me to learn, so we will see. For gear, I will probably just go to the dealer so I can try it on first, then once I have an idea of size I can order online and save some money. I will certainly try some helmets for fit and to make sure it will work with my eyeglasses.

The best helmets for use with eyeglasses are the modular full face helmets. You lift the chin bar when putting it on which works well with glasses. If you're not planning on a full face helmet then there's no problem with glasses with the 3/4 and half helmets.


:)

[dentheman]

On second thought, I really need to buy at least SOME gear from the dealer; he treated me right. As far as eyeglasses are concerned, I want one of those that has the retractable inner 'sun' shield as well as the outer clear shield, that sun shield is what I am concerned about fitting over my glasses.

[Water Warrior 2]

On second thought, I really need to buy at least SOME gear from the dealer; he treated me right. As far as eyeglasses are concerned, I want one of those that has the retractable inner 'sun' shield as well as the outer clear shield, that sun shield is what I am concerned about fitting over my glasses.
HJC has 3 or 4 models that might work. Check them out for a proper fit.

[alantf]

If you're not planning on a full face helmet then there's no problem with glasses with the 3/4 and half helmets.

I always wear a ¾ helmet with no problems as to comfort etc. Only thing I've found is that with a snug fitting helmet like mine, the arms of the glasses rub through the helmet lining after a while. Still, I suppose that can happen with any style of helmet.

[mole2]

On second thought, I really need to buy at least SOME gear from the dealer; he treated me right. As far as eyeglasses are concerned, I want one of those that has the retractable inner 'sun' shield as well as the outer clear shield, that sun shield is what I am concerned about fitting over my glasses.

Heres a nice modular full face for you. I have the Vega Summitt II which doesn't have the flip down sun shield. The Summitt III which has the flip down sun visor wasn't out at the time. I replaced the clear shield with the dark shield when riding by day and carry the clear shield in my bags in case I get caught out after dark. I recommend the helmet as it's certified both DOT and ECE 22.05 and is quite comfortable. It comes in various colors.

Vega Summitt III at Jafrum.com (http://www.jafrum.com/Shop-By-Brand/Vega-Full-Face-Helmets/Vega-Helmets-Vega-Summit-3-0-Helmet-Solids)


http://www.jafrum.com/core/media/media.nl/id.23912/c.433673/.f?h=ee43bab188d1c05784f6


:)

[Water Warrior 2]

You have to try on various helmets to find one that fits properly. I have had(still have 2) 3 or 4 HJC helmets that were a decent fit but then I tried on a Shoei Multitech helmet. The Shoei was like a 2nd skin on my head and so comfy I could hardly believe it. HJC is a good helmet but I think the Shoei will be my next replacement. I toss my helmets on their 5th birthday and go for new again. After 5 years a helmet owes me nothing no matter what the cost. Even the Shoei works out to $0.25 a day for ownership.

[dentheman]

I tried on some helmets at the dealer and purchased a white Cyber model U-378 3/4 helmet. The retractable sun visor fits over my glasses, but there is a lot of wind noise so I will be getting a bag of foam earplugs. I have used foam earplugs around jets and when shooting so I know they are effective.

I also tried on some nice mesh jackets but haven't made up my mind yet. It is so much better to actually see and try on the gear that I will probably just pay the higher prices at the dealer than save a few dollars online and gamble that it fits.