[alanmcorcoran]

I recommend going back to the Jewel lot until your jitters subside. I get the same way, but it's mostly in your (our) head. Although you want to be alert while riding, I don't think you don't want to be overthinking every shift, lean and turn.

I think it takes a lot of work and practice to become an expert motorcycle rider, but it's not that hard to become a competent and safe operator. The GZ is a pretty forgiving bike. You might have even noticed a few in your course before they kicked you out. (That is rough!)

Wear your protective gear! Relax and take it slow. Start out with the "duckwalk." Work your way up to first and second gear. You'll be fine. Find a place with no light poles, parked cars or other fixed objects. I found middle school parking lots after 11pm to be a good place to practice.

And, although I have generally not been an MSF fan, I agree it would be a good idea for you. Don't they have to take you back for another try?