New guy here just saying hello

Shunpiker · 07-28-2014, 01:24 PM

Hi guys, I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I have about 6-7 GZ250s that I use as trainer bikes here in North Carolina. I’ve been fortunate that I’ve not had much trouble w/ any of them. The GZs have proven themselves to be great training machines as they continue to take a lickin’ and keep on tickin’ (and some of them actually do “tick”). They do require the requisite love and attention, so I’ve signed-up with you guys to stay informed.

I’m almost 50yo, and have had maybe a dozen bikes over the years. I’m currently enjoying a DR350 in the dirt. Dirt riding has been one of the most valuable learning tools in my experience. Something about sliding both ends of the bike around and not worrying so much about falling, I guess. I also have a couple of CRF150s (little dirtbikes) that I’ve been using to introduce some of the young guns into the world of motorcycling and it’s been rewarding. I’m as happy watching and helping them learn to ride as I am when I’m riding myself. But I digress... I am on the GZ250 forum, after all.

I look forward to reading more on the board and I hope I can offer some assistance, too.

Ride fun,

John

chromedome195 · 07-28-2014, 03:08 PM

John

Welcome.
Glad to have you aboard!

blaine · 07-28-2014, 07:51 PM

Welcome to the family!!

Water Warrior 2 · 07-28-2014, 10:14 PM

Welcome Shunpiker. Your experience using GZ's as a trainer will be much appreciated.
The comment about dirt riding being a valueable training tool is right on the money. Dirt riding is also the most fun you can have with your clothes on.

gz4me + · 07-29-2014, 02:48 AM

Welcome to the forum. Always good to have new members.

Rookie Rider · 07-30-2014, 12:32 AM

Welcome aboard.

mole2 · 07-30-2014, 08:59 PM

Welcome to the forum from South Carolina!!! There's a plethora of knowledge as well as a cornucopia of personalities that reside here so don't be afraid to harvest the vast fields of experience. Wow...what a statement! Did I say that?? Anyways...welcome and ride safe.

5th_bike · 07-31-2014, 12:18 AM

Welcome, we need people like you.
Wow, you're GZ250 fleet mechanic #2 who joins, this year, never seen any before and now two in couple months time!

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Originally Posted by mole2

Did I say that??

Yes. Again...

mole2 · 08-01-2014, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by 5th_bike

Welcome, we need people like you.
Wow, you're GZ250 fleet mechanic #2 who joins, this year, never seen any before and now two in couple months time!

Yes. Again...

Yeahhhhh...I guess I'm making that my welcome slogan. LOL

07-28-2014, 01:24 PM	#1
Shunpiker Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Central NC, USA Posts: 1	New guy here just saying hello Hi guys, I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I have about 6-7 GZ250s that I use as trainer bikes here in North Carolina. I’ve been fortunate that I’ve not had much trouble w/ any of them. The GZs have proven themselves to be great training machines as they continue to take a lickin’ and keep on tickin’ (and some of them actually do “tick”). They do require the requisite love and attention, so I’ve signed-up with you guys to stay informed. I’m almost 50yo, and have had maybe a dozen bikes over the years. I’m currently enjoying a DR350 in the dirt. Dirt riding has been one of the most valuable learning tools in my experience. Something about sliding both ends of the bike around and not worrying so much about falling, I guess. I also have a couple of CRF150s (little dirtbikes) that I’ve been using to introduce some of the young guns into the world of motorcycling and it’s been rewarding. I’m as happy watching and helping them learn to ride as I am when I’m riding myself. But I digress... I am on the GZ250 forum, after all. I look forward to reading more on the board and I hope I can offer some assistance, too. Ride fun, John Login or Register to Remove Ads
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Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Welcome Shunpiker. Your experience using GZ's as a trainer will be much appreciated. The comment about dirt riding being a valueable training tool is right on the money. Dirt riding is also the most fun you can have with your clothes on.
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