Howdy from the plains.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by alanmcorcoran

Perhaps you didn't actually read my post.

Perhaps you need to read your OWN post again.......and consider how it sounds......as opposed to what you may have intended.....although I suspect it reflects what you intended perfectly.

"if you take your time, do a little research on the Internet, and, if you can afford it, buy and read Proficient Motorcycling, you'll be fine. "

You might be "fine" but the overwhelming opinion (not just mine) and available statistics both indicate that the odds are "you" will be much more likely to be "fine" if you get some formal training.